31/03/2015

Body Of British Man Found On French Beach

French authorities have reported they have recovered the body of a British man on the coast of Cote d'Azur.

It is believed the man was found washed up on a beach near the village of Eze on Saturday (28 March).

Officials said the man was wearing cycling clothing and a bike was found near the scene. The Foreign Office is liaising with French officials and are offering full consular assistance.

(MH/JP)

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