Candice Watts
Candice Watts, believed to be a 40-year-old woman from the UK, has died after being found in the water near a beach at Gibraltar Point in Skegness. Emergency services were called to the scene at about 08:20 on 30 December, following reports of a body discovered in the area. Formal identification has yet to take place, but police have said they believe the woman to be Candice Watts. Her next of kin have been informed and are being supported, with authorities asking that the family’s privacy be respected during what they described as a deeply difficult time. Lincolnshire Police said the death is not currently being treated as suspicious. A file will be prepared for the coroner, who will determine the circumstances surrounding her death in due course. The incident has been logged as incident 70 of 30 December.
While details surrounding Ms Watts’ life have not been widely shared, tributes have begun to emerge from those who knew her, remembering her as a valued individual whose loss has been keenly felt. Friends described her as warm and thoughtful, and expressed shock at the suddenness of her death. Gibraltar Point, a well-known nature reserve and coastal area near Skegness, is usually associated with quiet walks and natural beauty. News of the incident has cast a sombre mood over the local community, particularly during what is traditionally a reflective time of year.
Authorities have reiterated that there is no indication of third-party involvement, and have thanked members of the public for their cooperation. They have also urged against speculation while the coroner’s process is ongoing. Candice Watts’ death has left family and friends grieving a life cut short. As investigations proceed, those who knew her are remembering her with sadness and respect, focusing on the person she was rather than the circumstances of her passing.
