Body of man found on Carolina Beach

An investigation has begun after the body of a man was found in shallow water at Carolina Beach on Saturday morning.

The Carolina Beach Police Department, Carolina Beach Fire Department and New Hanover County EMS were dispatched to the beach strand in the area of Scallop Lane in reference to a man not conscious or breathing. Emergency responders rendered aid but the man was pronounced dead and the medical examiner's office was notified.

An autopsy is scheduled and the medical examiner will make the determination on the cause of death.

No names have currently been released pending notification of next of kin.