Cops investigate body found in Montauk dunes
An aerial view of motels in downtown Montauk, seen Dec. 28, 2012. Credit: Doug Kuntz
East Hampton Town Police said Friday they are investigating a death in the dunes near a motel on Old Montauk Highway.
Management from a motel on the highway near Cleveland Drive requested at 11:47 a.m. Friday that police check on the well-being of a guest.
Police searched the area and found a body in the dunes near the motel, according to a news release.
The death does not appear to be suspicious in nature, and the investigation is continuing, police said in the release.
A police spokeswoman said no information regarding the deceased is being released, including age and gender, pending notification of next of kin.