The body of a man has been discovered in bushland by a member of the public.
Emergency services were called to George Bass Dr in Lilli Pilli, 10km southeast of Batemans Bay on New South Wales’ South Coast, at about 10.30am on Wednesday.
The body was discovered shrouded among bushes.
NSW Police established a crime scene with officers investigating the circumstances surrounding the man’s death.
It’s understood officers are investigating whether the body was burnt before being dumped.
Emergency services (pictured) were called to George Bass Dr in Lilli Pilli following the discovery of a man’s body in bushland
Police will also search for links between the body and any missing persons.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
The news comes just one day after a mother drowned at Pebbly Beach, 29km northeast of Batemans Bay, after trying to save her daughter.