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26/03/2019
Human Remains Discovered At Sea Near Co Down Harbour
A harbour in County Down was sealed off this morning, 26 March, after human remains were discovered at sea.
Police attended the scene at Portavogie Harbour after a boat brought the remains to shore.
Efforts are underway to establish the identity of the deceased and a cause of death.
There are no further details at present.
(JG/CM)
Police attended the scene at Portavogie Harbour after a boat brought the remains to shore.
Efforts are underway to establish the identity of the deceased and a cause of death.
There are no further details at present.
(JG/CM)
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