Man’s body found floating in Newport Harbor

Police and coroner’s officials are investigating after a man’s body was found floating in Newport Harbor on Monday morning, according to authorities.

Police were called shortly before 9 a.m. when someone discovered the body in the water at the eastern end of the harbor near River Avenue and 43rd Street, Newport Beach police spokeswoman Jennifer Manzella said.

See the most-read stories this hour >>

Authorities think the death was accidental, according to Manzella, who said there were no signs of foul play.

Coroner’s officials are working to identify the body, police said. No further details were available.

Dobruck writes for Times Community News.

ALSO

2 charged with murder and torture of 2 children found dead in storage locker

Kern County winds overturn multiple big rigs and close roads

Transgender public restroom initiative fails to make California ballot