Aerial view of a winding river meandering through wetlands with tall grass and forested areas under a partly cloudy sky at sunset.

Holbeach Man

Found On: 31st December 2018

On 31st December 2018, the body of a man was recovered in Holbeach, on the Salt Marsh in the Tidal area. He is thought to have died on or before 16 December 2018.

What we know

The man’s height ranged from 170cm to 180cm (5ft 6ins to 5ft 10ins). His belongings included a 2″ Diameter compact mirror featuring Disney character “Belle”.

He wore black Size 10 Goodyear Work Boots ‘Snap On,’ an Alice Band, black socks, a ‘High Point’ size 14 Gilet, and a black Interlink jacket with red and white detailing.

His clothing also included a black Slazenger hooded jumper in size Large, a black McKenzie t-shirt, a black Inuit t-shirt in size Medium, a black M&S t-shirt in size Medium, and a white Primark top.

He also had ‘TU’ jeans in 34W and 32L, blue/grey GAP ‘lived-in slim’ trousers, and black underpants. Notably, he carried a Plastic Gold School-Sports-Day ‘Winner’ Medal.

Illustration of a young woman with purple hair, large expressive eyes, and a concerned expression.

Two inch diameter compact mirror with the Disney’s Belle

Gold medal with the word 'WINNER' and five stars around it, attached to a red, white, and blue ribbon.

Plastic gold school Sports Day ‘winners’ medal

Close-up of a black jacket with red accents and a brand logo.

Jacket image provided as an example only

Black Snap-on work boot with lace-up design and cushioned ankle collar.

Boots image provided as an example only

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