Shortly before 6pm on Sunday, 28th August, police responded to a report of a lifeless body washed ashore on a beach, near Astwood Walk in Warwick.

The victim, a 63 yr-old male, is believed to have been swimming in the area shortly before the discovery of his body.

Police cordoned off the area whilst the scene was being processed. An investigation surrounding the circumstances of his death has begun. An autopsy is anticipated, to determine the exact cause of death.

The Bermuda Police Service is appealing to anyone who may have been in the area, in particular, the beach area known as “100 Steps Beach” to call 211.

No further information will be given until the next of kin have been notified.

Update: Tuesday, 30th August - The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) can now confirm the death of 63-year-old Malcolm Stovell Jr. and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends.

Shortly before 6pm Sunday, 28th August 2022, police responded to a report of a lifeless body washed ashore on a beach, near Astwood Walk in Warwick, later identified as Mr. Stovell.

The 63-year-old, understood to be a Warwick resident, is believed to have been swimming in the ocean shortly before the discovery of his body.

The investigation surrounding the circumstances of Mr. Stovell’s sudden death continues.

The BPS is renewing the appeal for anyone who may have been in the Astwood Walk, Warwick area – in particular, the beach area known as “100 Steps Beach” – around 6pm Sunday, 28th August, to call 211 or e-mail 211@bps.bm as soon as possible.