Cultra: shock as woman's body found on Co Down beach

By Valerie Martin

Published 13th May 2024, 14:05 BST

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com
and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565

Shock and sadness have been expressed after a woman’s body was found on a beach in Co Down on Monday morning.

Police are examining the circumstances surrounding the woman’s death.

The sad discovery was made on the beach at Seafront Road in Holywood.

North Down DUP MLA Stephen Dunne said he was “shocked” to hear the news

Police at the scene in Cultra, Co Down after a woman’s body was found on a beach. Picture: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye

“Our thoughts and prayers are with this woman’s family and friends at this most difficult time,” he said.

“The local community is naturally concerned, but we must allow the local PSNI to carry out its investigations.”

Alliance MLA for the area, Andrew Muir added: “My thoughts are with the family and loved ones at this distressing time.”

There are no further details at present.

PSNI Police DUP

Comment Guidelines

National World encourages reader discussion on our stories. User feedback, insights and back-and-forth exchanges add a rich layer of context to reporting. Please review our Community Guidelines before commenting.