The body of a woman was recovered from the sea this afternoon.
A windsurfer spotted the body west of the Martello Tower in Seaford shortly after 1pm and rang police and the coastguard, who brought it to shore.
The woman is described as being white, middle aged, 5’ tall of medium build, with short grey hair and wearing size four and a half Clarks walking boots.
Sussex Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious.
It is now being investigated by Hailsham Coroner’s Office.
Anyone who recognises the description of the woman is asked to contact Sussex Police on 0845 6070999, quoting serial 639 of 25/06.
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