Sections of a popular North Devon beach have been cordoned off by police this afternoon (Sunday, October 12).

Police cars and officers were spotted at Saunton Sands at around 1.30pm.

Pictures taken by a member of the public seem to show officers digging in the sand and cordoning off an area with police tape and cones.

DevonLive has made attempts to contact Devon and Cornwall Police . We will be bringing you updates as and when they come in.

Follow our blog coverage below. 15:03 Phoebe Hobbs

Cordons at the scene

Cordoned off area at Saunton Sands. (Image: Anonymous) 15:03 Phoebe Hobbs

Cordons at the scene

Cordoned off area at Saunton Sands. (Image: Anonymous) 15:03 Phoebe Hobbs

Cordons at the scene

Cordoned off area at Saunton Sands. (Image: Anonymous)

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