Police are investigating the discovery of a decomposed male body in St John. According to reports, the body is found in a bushy area at Upper Belle, Canefield, Hothersal, on Wednesday morning around 9:15 a.m. The investigation follows earlier efforts to locate a man who was last seen on July 28. Police say they were directed to the bushy area as part of that search, where the body was discovered. Following the find, detectives carry out inquiries at the scene and a medical doctor visits, according to one report. The Barbados Police Service is described as coordinating the investigation, which is focused on identifying the deceased and determining the circumstances leading to his death. At the time of reporting, specific cause of death details are not provided in the available summaries. Police continue to investigate and no conclusions are stated beyond the ongoing investigation.