Search for identity of man's body found on beach

The body of a man discovered on a beach in December still has not been identified, police have said.

Detectives are appealing for help from the public to identify the man, who was discovered shortly before 12:00 GMT on 28 December 2024 on Lilstock Beach, Somerset.

The man, Avon and Somerset Police said, was believed to have been in the water for between one and five days, and was believed to be of either Croatian or Bosnian heritage.

Det Insp George Pettingell said: "We have been carrying out extensive enquiries, including forensic and DNA assessment, to try and identify the man, however as yet we have been unable to do so."

He was described as white, of large build and is estimated to be in his 40s or 50s with a shaved head.

He was wearing a black jacket, black jumper, red trousers and black Nike trainers when he was found.

"We have also been working closely with neighbouring forces and the coroner as we continue to try and find out who he was and update any family members," Det Insp Pettingell said.

Police have asked anyone with information which might help to identify him to get in touch.

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