Mystery Remains After Body Recovered from Sea at Pont Naturel

The discovery was made after emergency services were alerted to a person in distress at approximately 6:30 pm on Tuesday, December 16. Despite the recovery, the identity of the deceased remains a mystery as local authorities continue their enquiries.

Emergency Response

The operation involved a coordinated search effort after the initial call for help. To assist in the recovery under difficult conditions, the Police Helicopter Squadron was mobilised to the site at Pont Naturel.

The specialist unit successfully retrieved the man’s body from the sea later that evening.

Ongoing Investigation

While the body has been brought to shore, officials have confirmed that the victim has not yet been identified. Key details regarding the circumstances of the incident are expected to emerge following further medical examinations.

• Timeline: The alarm was raised at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, 16 December.
• Next Steps: A formal autopsy is scheduled to take place today, Wednesday, 17 December, to establish the cause of death.

Police have not yet released any further information regarding the age or description of the individual.

Source: Defi Media