Walter Finch
A BODY has been discovered floating off the coast of Gibraltar near Europa Point early this morning, the RGP have announced.
The discovery was reported at 8:47am by a private yacht approaching Gibraltar.
The crew alerted the Gibraltar Port Authority after spotting the body approximately just over a kilometre south of Europa Point.
The authorities immediately dispatched a number of vessels to investigate, including from the Royal Gibraltar Police, Gibraltar Defence Police, and HM Customs.
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The body, believed to be that of a male, was recovered around 9.30am and handed over to medics.
Investigators, including specialist crime scene officers, are working to determine the man’s identity and the circumstances of his death.
A post-mortem examination has been requested.
In a statement, an RGP spokesperson urged respect for the deceased and any family members, particularly in light of a video of the incident circulating online.
“We ask that members of the public don’t share this video out of respect for the person who has died and any family members,” the spokesperson said.
Authorities are appealing to anyone with information that could assist the investigation to contact the RGP Control Room on 200 72500 or report details online at www.police.gi/report/crime.
