PORTSMOUTH, New Hampshire — The body of an 80-year-old man was discovered in the water off Four Tree Island in Portsmouth, New Hampshire Thursday morning, N.H. State Police said.
According to police, a couple was walking on the island around 10:18 a.m. when they saw a body in the water on the east side of the island at the base of the jetty. The couple immediately reported it to the police.
Portsmouth police and fire departments responded, and determined the man was dead. Police said the 80-year-old man was dressed in a jacket, jeans, and work boots.
Police said they do not suspect foul play.
An autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause of death.
Police ask if anyone has information related to the incident or who witnessed the incident to contact Sergeant Steve O’Connor with N.H. Marine Patrol at 603-227-2114 or email him at Steven.J.OConnor@dos.nh.gov.
