A body has been found on the beach between Fishbourne and Binstead this morning (Boxing Day).
Police were alerted to the find by a member of the public at around 10:00, with officers deployed to the area to confirm the discovery.
Detectives from Newport CID have been called out to conduct an initial investigation into the circumstances of the death.
The beach has been cordoned off by Police, who remain in attendance. Members of the public are being asked to leave the area.
HM Coastguard is also on scene, with Coastguard Officers from Bembridge and Ventnor assisting with the recovery.
UPDATE @ 14:23 – The beach has been reopened following the recovery of the body.
Hampshire Constabulary is yet to issue a statement on the incident.
