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Mystery as Brit sailor, 44, taking part in Greek regatta is found dead with head injuries at holiday island port

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Mystery surrounds the death of a British sailor after his body was found with head injuries at a Greek island port.

The unnamed 44-year-old was found dead ‘in a bay area’ of the island of Spetses this morning with what appeared to be injuries on the left side of his head.

According to Greek media, the crew member had been taking part in an annual classic yacht regatta on the island running from June 26 to 29.

A 44-year-old British sailor has been found dead in the Greek island of Spetses

The man is believed to have been taking part in the Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta running from June 26 to June 29

The man is believed to have been taking part in the Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta running from June 26 to June 29

There are conflicting reports as to where exactly his body was found with some reports claiming a crew on a passing vessel saw his body on the pier. 

Others said he was found on a boat.

The circumstances of his death have not yet been made clear.

He was taken to a local hospital which confirmed his death, the coastguard said and an investigation is underway.

More to follow.  

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