British armed forces rugby player found dead in France

The player’s body was discovered on a rocky stretch of coast in Dinard, a popular seaside resort, shortly after he was reported missing. Photograph: MathieuRivrin/Getty Images

A British armed forces rugby player has been found dead in France, where the World Defence Rugby competition is being held.

Investigators believe the player may have died in an accidental fall in northern Brittany, a prosecutor said.