Man found on Ramsey beach named

Thursday, 10 December 2020 15:27

By Leanne Cooke @leannelily18

The name of the man found on Ramsey beach earlier this month has been confirmed.

It comes following the body of the man being found near the life boat station in Ramsey on Saturday, December 5.

Police have now identified the man as 50-year-old Lee Peel from Onchan.

Enquiries are currently ongoing to ascertain the cause of Mr Peel’s death.

If anyone has any information they believe may assist, they're asked to contact DC Davison on 631212.

The family have requested they be allowed privacy to grieve at this time.

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