Body of man in his 50s found in woodland next to Sainsbury’s store in Ferndown

The body of a man in his 50s has been found found near to Sainsbury’s in Ringwood Road in Ferndown.

Dorset Police received a report around lunchtime on Sunday 22 September 2024 and cordoned off part of the superstore car park.

Officers attended and carried out enquiries at the scene.

Police say the man’s death is not being treated as suspicious and the coroner has been notified.

“His next of kin has been informed and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time,” a statement said.


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