Officers attended the scene on Bennett Road, Salcombe, at 5 pm, on Sunday, June 27, after receiving a call from a member of the public, and a body was discovered in a wooded area by the police.

A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: "The investigation is at an early stage as enquiries continue to establish the cause of death and the identity of the body.

"The community will see a heightened police presence over the coming days.

"We do appreciate the impact the cordon will have on the community and thank residents for their understanding."