The Guardia Civil has reported the discovery of a severely decomposed body off Puertito de Güímar, on the east coast of Tenerife.
The body was found on Sunday following a request for assistance from the Local Police, who had received a tip-off from a member of the public.
The recovery of the body was carried out by a Guardia Civil patrol boat, which located and retrieved the body from the sea. Details regarding the identity of the deceased remain unknown at this time.
The Judicial Police’s Organic Unit has taken charge of the investigation, opening proceedings to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and cause of death.
The authorities have not ruled out any possibilities as they work to uncover the facts.
