Murder Investigation Launched for Swiss National in Corsica

French authorities open murder inquiry after discovering body of Swiss citizen in his 60s on Corsican beach, citing multiple wounds as cause of death.

Key Takeaways

A Swiss citizen in his 60s was found dead on La Marana beach in Corsica
The body was discovered on September 29, 2025
The location is south of Bastia in northern Corsica
Multiple wounds were identified as the cause of death

By The Numbers

60+

Age of victim

They Said

"Following the discovery of the body and the completion of initial forensic examinations, a judicial investigation for murder has been opened to determine the exact circumstances of his death"
— Jean-Philippe Navarre

Discovery and Initial Response

Investigation Details

Swiss Diplomatic Response

Local Impact and Context

Sources & References

Murder inquiry opened after body of Swiss man found in Corsica

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Key Takeaways

A Swiss citizen in his 60s was found dead on La Marana beach in Corsica
The body was discovered on September 29, 2025
The location is south of Bastia in northern Corsica
Multiple wounds were identified as the cause of death

By The Numbers

60+

Age of victim

They Said

"Following the discovery of the body and the completion of initial forensic examinations, a judicial investigation for murder has been opened to determine the exact circumstances of his death"
— Jean-Philippe Navarre

Key Takeaways

By The Numbers

They Said

Discovery and Initial Response

Investigation Details

Swiss Diplomatic Response

Local Impact and Context

Sources & References

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