Murder investigation after body found on Sussex beach

Detectives were called on Thursday morning after a walker found the body Credit: Eddie Mitchell

A murder investigation has begun after the body of a man was found on the beach at St Leonards.

Detectives were called at 7.40am on Thursday 5th April after a walker found the body of a man in Bridge Way with an injury to his neck.

The man is believed to be in his 60s.

Police are trying to establish the cause and circumstances of his death.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police online or ring 101 quoting Operation Stanton.

Credit: Eddie Mitchell
Credit: Eddie Mitchell