POLICE have launched a murder enquiry after the body of a man was found in Provo, earlier today (Sunday May 13).
The victim was discovered close to the beach at the bottom of Technology Drive near Heaving Down Rock.
The investigation is being headed by CID officers who are appealing for witnesses.
A police spokesman said: “The victim was last seen in a Grace Bay area at about 4.30am on Sunday. Officers then began investigating his whereabouts after receiving a missing persons report at 7.30am.
“The search was switched to the Technology Drive area after a resident called 911 just before 10am after discovering a vehicle parked near to beach.
“Officers searched the area and a body was located.”
The spokesman added: “We would like to speak to anyone who saw anything suspicious in the Technology Drive area earlier today, or to anyone who has any other information about the incident.”
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call the police on 911 or Crimestoppers on 1-800-8477. Tips can also be left in English, French or Spanish at www.crimestoppers.tc or by becoming a friend of Crimestoppers TCI on Facebook. Crime prevention tips are also available by visiting www.tcipolice.tc
