Human bones have been found on a popular UK beach. An investigation has been launched following the discovery with a police cordon in place on Monday morning (October 13).
The bones were found at Saunton Sands, in North Devon, on Saturday afternoon (October 11). Local police officers rushed to the scene at around 2.50pm and launched an investigation. Forensic teams are still in attendance as they analyse the bones to work out how old they are.
As reported by Devon Live, Devon and Cornwall Police said: “Officers were called at 2.50pm on Saturday 11 October following the discovery of human bones at Saunton Sands beach. A scene guard remains in place while the items are recovered.
“These will be examined by a forensic archaeologist to determine their age. Police enquiries are ongoing.”
Saunton Sands is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors throughout the year. It is particularly popular for families and surfers due to its long golden beach and slow waves.
The beach is located near the Braunton Burrows which is one of the largest sand dune systems in England. The area can get very busy during the warm summer months.
The latest discovery comes less than two months after builders found bones in a cellar of a home in Lytham, Lancashire. The workers unearthed the remains while working on Cleveland Road on Friday, August 15.
Investigators rushed to the scene and all building work was suspended. Officers then worked to determine the origin of the bones and whether they are human.
A Lancashire Police spokesperson said: “We were called to a property on Cleveland Road in Lytham St Annes at 12.37pm on 15th August, after builders completing work on the property found what appear to be bones.
“Work is ongoing to establish the origin of the remains and whether they are human. Anyone with information is asked to contact us on 101 quoting log 616 of 15th August.”
