Emergency services were called to Shorwell in the early hours of this morning (Thursday) following the discovery of a body.
Police and coastguard teams were called shortly before 1am this morning to a report that the body of a man in his 40s had been located off Military Road in Shorwell.
His next of kin have been informed and a file will be prepared for the coroner in relation to this unexpected death.
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Ryde Carer Faces 'Financial Ruin' After Four Month DBS Wait
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Newport War Memorial Cleaned
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County Hall 'Critical' Meeting To Take Place In Newport Next Week
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First Island School Dedicated To Children With Social, Emotional And Mental Health Needs Opens In East Cowes
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Progress Being Made On Retail And Football Park Plans
Work to demolish the former Newport FC clubhouse at St George’s Way will begin on Monday.
Shanklin Town Council Meeting To Address "Bay Plan" Proposal To Join Forces With Sandown And Lake
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Opposition To Six Isle Of Wight Primary School Closures Stepped Up
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Porsche 911 Challenge Fundraiser Heading To Island Next Week As Couple Visit All 238 RNLI Stations
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Diocese Responds To Proposals To Close Island Schools
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Appeal Launched After Suspected Hit And Run In Ryde
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