British policewoman, 22, dies ‘falling’ on Corfu holiday

The Surrey Police officer has not yet been named

The female officer was found dead in the holiday town of Kavos in Corfu (iStock)

A female police officer has died while on holiday on the Greek island of Corfu.

The 22-year-old has not been named but was a serving officer with Surrey Police, and is believed to have been killed in an “accidental fall” in Kavos.

Greek authorities believe the fatal injuries she sustained are compatible with a “low level accidental fall”, the Mirror reports.

The Greek town has long been a favourite amongst British tourists, with around half a million usually travelling to Corfu each year.

It is understood that the female officer had only arrived at the seaside resort that day, and was found by a passerby the following morning.

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Her death comes shortly before 28 bars in Kavos were raided and closed on Sunday after being found to have served adulterated alcohol.

A Surrey Police spokesperson said: “On Friday, 1st September we were sadly made aware of the sudden death of a serving officer whilst they were on holiday in Corfu, Greece.

“We are working to support both their family and their colleagues here during this extremely difficult time.

“An investigation into the circumstances of the death is being led by the Greek authorities and we await further updates from them as they conduct their enquiries.”

In a statement online, the Surrey Police Federation added: “Devastating news with the confirmation that a 22-year-old Surrey Police officer has died off duty on holiday in Greece.

“The officer’s name has not been released and the circumstances into her death on Friday are being investigated.

“The thoughts of all at Surrey Police Federation are with the officer’s family, friends and close colleagues at this time.

“Both the Federation and the force are supporting them.”