An unidentified body was discovered at about 1:45.p.m today at Fond D’or, Dennery. It was found headless.
The decomposed body was found in a secluded area. Police had to gain access by using a fishing boat.
Police sources told St. Lucia News Online (SNO) that based on the decomposition of the body, they are unable to identify whether it is a male or female.
The Public Relations Department of the Royal St. Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) in a press statement said officers attached to the Richfond Police Station are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a decomposed body.
The statement said the corpse was transported to the morgue at Victoria Hospital.
The RSLPF is appealing to anyone who has information that can lead to the identity of this individual to contact the Richfond Police Station at telephone number 456 3690 or the nearest police station.
Also, if anyone has noticed that a family member or friend is missing, they are asked to contact the nearest police station.