A BODY was found after firefighters and police attended an incident near the Point of Ayre last night (Tuesday).
A member of the public contacted emergency services just before 8pm to report a car on fire on the Cranstal Road, Bride, near to the Point of Ayre lighthouse.
After firefighters extinguished the blaze, police discovered the body of a person inside the vehicle.
Officers are now investigating what is being described as an unexplained death.
It is believed there were other people and vehicles in the area who may have information that is relevant to the enquiry. They are asked to contact police headquarters in Douglas on 631212.