The body of a man was found hanged beneath Eastbourne Pier, police said today.
A passer-by spotted the dead man underneath the pier yesterday morning.
A cordon was thrown round the scene while police carried out inquiries. However, the pier remained open to visitors.
The victim, believed to be about 30, was taken to Eastbourne District General Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
A police spokesman said today the death was not being treated as suspicious and officers were not looking for anyone else.
A post-mortem examination was being carried out later this week and an inquest will be held.
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