Body of journalist who died in Gibraltar handed over to family

David Knowles, 32, who covered the Ukraine war for the Daily Telegraph, died earlier this month.

British counter-terrorism officers who were called up to assist the Royal Gibraltar Police (RGP) investigation have returned home.

A post-mortem examination was performed at St. Bernard’s Hospital in the British Overseas Territory on 12 September and an inquest is currently underway.

The RGP said there were no specific concerns about the cause of death and that investigations were continuing.

Following Mr Knowles’ death, a family spokesman said: “We have noted the RGP’s statement on David today, in particular the assertion that ‘there are currently no specific concerns regarding death’.”

“We do not wish to comment further while authorities continue their investigation and ask that the family’s privacy be respected.”