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North Yorkshire Police have closed Whitby Pier after a man’s body was found today.

A statement read: “The body of a man has been found in Whitby and we're asking members of the public to stay away from the pier while we deal with the incident.

"The pier has been closed at Henrietta Street and members of the public are asked to avoid the area.

“Thank you for your co-operation.”

No further details about whether the circumstances are suspicious have yet been released.

Police close Whitby Pier after man's body found