Body found in the water off Poole has been identified
A body found in the water off Poole has been identified following enquiries by detectives.
Dorset Police received a report at 8.38am on Wednesday 7 October 2026 that the body of a man had been found in the area of Sandbanks Quay.
The body was recovered by the coastguard and the Force’s marine unit.
Following enquiries by detectives and a public appeal, the body has been identified as a man aged in his 50s of Poole.
The man’s next of kin has been informed and we are continuing to liaise with the coroner.
The death is not believed to be suspicious.
We would like to thank everyone who shared our appeal.
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