Police Launch Investigation After Human Skull Found on St Helen's Beach
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police have opened an investigation following the grim discovery of a human skull fragment on Duver Beach, St Helen’s.
Chilling Find by Local Walker
The remains were spotted by a resident out for a walk on Sunday afternoon. Officers rushed to the scene after the fragment washed up on the shore.
Identity and Details Still a Mystery
A police spokesperson confirmed it’s unclear how long the remains have been at the beach. The age, gender, and identity of the deceased are all unknown at this stage.
Investigators have contacted families of missing persons from the Hampshire area as part of their enquiries.
Further Searches Underway
“We have recovered part of the body and we are waiting for low tide to see if we can recover the rest,” said the police spokesman.
Anyone with information is urged to call Hampshire Police on 101, quoting crime reference 44180176966.
