A man’s body has been discovered on the beach near Hove’s exclusive ‘Millionaire’s Row’. A passerby found the remains off the shore of Western Esplanade, a private cul-de-sac adjacent to Shoreham Harbour, shortly before 4pm.
Police have been redirecting people from the beach, with numerous officers, coastguard teams, and paramedics present at the site. A witness commented on the situation, saying, ‘It was just unbelievable to hear that a body washed up. I heard about it before going into the gym. It’s really sad.’
Police stated that investigations are ongoing to identify the man and determine the full circumstances of the incident. The row of homes at the end of the Western Lawns is known to house celebrities such as DJ Fatboy Slim, who owns two multi-million-pound properties.
BREAKING: Man’s body found ‘washed up’ on private beach on UK’s ‘Millionaire’s Row’ https://t.co/hIe1geBa32 pic.twitter.com/xFzADimA5o
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Historically, Paul McCartney, Adele, and David Walliams have also resided on this street, as noted by the blog Hove in the Past. Properties on this road average just under £2,500,000, with some exceeding this by a million, making it one of the priciest streets in Brighton and Hove.
What Other Media Are Saying
- The Argus reports that Sussex Police closed Hove beach after a body of a man was found by passersby off the shore of Western Esplanade, Hove, shortly before 4pm this afternoon.(read more)
- Sussex Live reports that a 38-year-old man’s body was found near Brighton Palace Pier after a major search and rescue operation, with no suspicious circumstances and the death referred to the coroner.(read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
Where was the man’s body found?
Near Hove’s secluded ‘Millionaire’s Row’ off the shore of Western Esplanade.
Who discovered the body?
A passerby discovered the body just before 4pm.
What have the police said about the incident?
The police stated that enquiries are ongoing to identify the man and establish the circumstances.
Which celebrities have homes on Western Esplanade?
Celebrities like DJ Fatboy Slim, Paul McCartney, Adele, and David Walliams have homes there.
How expensive are the properties on Western Esplanade?
The average price is just under £2,500,000, with some properties costing much more.