Fisherman’s Shocking Find: Body Part Discovered Near Wellington Pier
Officers rushed to a beach close to Wellington Pier at around 1.30am on Wednesday (4 May 2022) after a fisherman stumbled upon a grisly find – a body part.
Police Confirm Identity Following Forensic Tests
The remains were taken to James Paget University Hospital in Gorleston. A Home Office post-mortem and DNA tests have since identified the victim as 53-year-old Colin Wood.
Mr Wood’s family have been informed, but the full coroner’s proceedings are still pending.
Unexplained Death Sparks Major Police Investigation
Detective Chief Inspector Holly Evans, leading the probe, revealed the circumstances of Mr Wood’s death remain a mystery.
“We want to know how Mr Wood came to be in the water. Anyone who knew him or has information is urged to come forward,” DCI Evans said.
“Mr Wood lived in Great Yarmouth but had limited contact with friends and family recently. A photo has been released to jog memories.”
Got Info? Police Want to Hear From You
If you have any information, contact Great Yarmouth CID on 101, quoting reference 37/27025/22.
