BREAKING: Investigation underway after woman's body found on Irish beach
The discovery was made on a beach in Holywood, co. Down this morning, and is being investigated by the PSNI.
An investigation is underway following the discovery of a woman's body on a beach in Cultra, Co Down.
Emergency services are currently on the scene at the Seafront Road in Holywood, and a police cordon is in place.
A PSNI spokesperson said: “Police are examining the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman whose body was found on the beach at Seafront Road in Holywood this morning.
The PSNI have said there are no further details at present, and if anyone has information to contact immediately.
In a social media post, a local DUP MLA Stephen Dunne said it was "very sad and shocking news that a body has been found on a beach in Cultra. Our thoughts and prayers are with this woman’s family and friends at this most difficult time.
“The local community is naturally concerned, but we must allow the local PSNI to carry out its investigations.”