The body of an unidentified man of African descent was discovered at Number 63 Beach, Corentyne yesterday bearing marks of violence to the throat and burns about the body.

Police said in a release that the man was slim built; 5’3” in height, dark in complexion and appeared to be in his mid-twenties. He was found wearing a mauve jersey, blue hard pants and orange coloured boots.

Anyone with information that may lead to the identification of the body is asked to contact the police on telephone numbers 225-6411, 225-3650, 226-6978, 911 or the nearest police station.