Body found in water off Poole identified as man in his 50s

Police say the death is not believed to be suspicious

Author: Lizzie CouttsPublished 6th Nov 2026

A body found in the water off Poole has been identified as a man in his 50s from the town.

Dorset Police received a report at 8.38am on Wednesday 7th October 2026 that the body of a man had been found in the area of Sandbanks Quay.

The body was recovered by the coastguard and the force's marine unit.

Police said the man's next of kin has been informed.

The force said it is continuing to liaise with the coroner and the death is not believed to be suspicious.

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