Decomposed body of man found at Hope Beach 

The decomposed body of a man was found at about 11:30 hrs Sunday at the Hope Beach, East Coast Demerara (ECD).

Police Headquarters reported that a mangrove ranger reported seeing the body that washed up on the beach.

Several Police Officers visited the scene and upon arrival, the body of a male clad in a cream and black striped jersey and cream underwear was seen lying motionless, facing up in an advanced state of decomposition.

The scene was processed and photographed, and the body was examined.

Due to the advanced state of decomposition, however, no marks of violence could have been detected. The body was then taken to Memorial Gardens Mortuary, awaiting identification and the post-mortem examination.

Several persons in the vicinity were questioned but no useful information was obtained.

Investigations continue.