In a short statement published this lunchtime, they said that it was discovered on the beach at Grève d’Azette, just before 10:00 today.

An area close to La Mare slip was cordoned off this morning, while the body was recovered.

As yet, no identity has been confirmed.

Follow Bailiwick Express or the JEP for more updates this afternoon…

Main Picture Credit: Dave Ferguson, Jersey Evening Post.