Rescuers searching for a reported person in the water at Freshwater Bay say they have recovered a body this morning (Thursday).
An operation was launched involving Coastguard, Lifeboat and helicopter teams at around 9:30am - with police and ambulance crews also called.
It has since been confirmed that the body of a deceased male was subsequently located on the shore at Freshwater Bay.
A Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary spokesperson said:
“Officers are currently dealing with an incident following the discovery of a body in the water near Freshwater Bay.”
It is not yet known how the casualty entered the water but police say enquiries are continuing.