Police launch investigation after human leg found on beach in South Ayrshire

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Police Scotland say inquiry under way after officers called to Prestwick beach

Police are investigating after a human leg was found on a beach in South Ayrshire in Scotland.

Officers were called to the scene on Prestwick beach, a popular attraction with views of the Isle of Arran from the shoreline, on the morning of 10 June.

Police Scotland said investigations were under way.

A spokesperson for the force said: “Around 10.45am on Tuesday, 10 June 2025, we received a report that human remains had been discovered on Prestwick beach.

“Inquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.”