Local authorities have officially confirmed the discovery of Selwyn Joseph, a man from Bequia who had been unaccounted for since late June.

His remains were located on a Saturday morning near the historic site of Fort Charlotte.

Prior to his disappearance, the deceased was being treated at the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital, prompting the government to issue a public appeal for help in finding him.

While the body has been identified, the specific details regarding his passing remain a mystery.

Law enforcement officials are currently conducting a formal investigation to determine the exact factors that led to this tragic outcome.