Skeletal remains in mangrove

Police said that at about 8.30 am, a crab catcher on his way to the mangroves came across the remains and contacted police. A party of officers led by Sgt Ali and PC Duncan together with Homicide Bureau (Region III) visited the scene.

The deceased, believed to be a man, was wearing a multi-coloured trousers and a green and black T-shirt.

District Medical Officer Dr Indarjit Birjah visited the scene and ordered the remains removed to the Forensic Science Centre in St James. Anyone with information that can assist police in making a positive identification are asked to contact the nearest police station or Crime Stoppers at 800-TIPS (8477).