Police have cordoned off parts of a popular beach in North Devon while dealing with an incident.

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.

16:37 Chiara Fiorillo

No update from police

The nature of the incident is unclear at this stage.

Devon and Cornwall Police haven't yet issued a statement, but we have reached out to the force for information. 16:37 Chiara Fiorillo

Cordons at the scene

Photos taken at Saunton Sands show police cordons at the scene.

16:26 Chiara Fiorillo

Officers 'digging in the sand'

Photos shared by a member of the public appear to show officers digging in the sand.

An area next to a beach sauna has been cordoned off.

16:16 KEY EVENT

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