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Body Found in Search for Mick Jagger's Granddaughter's Partner
2/2/2026, 3:54:19 AM
Discovery of the Body
On January 31, 2026, authorities discovered a body in the sea off Bude, a coastal town in Cornwall, England, during the search for Alexander Key, the partner of Mick Jagger's granddaughter, Assisi Jackson. The Devon & Cornwall Police reported that the body was found around 6:30 p.m. local time. While formal identification has yet to be completed, police believe the deceased is 37-year-old Key, who was reported missing on January 24. His death is not being treated as suspicious, and a file will be prepared for the coroner.
Background on Alexander Key
Alexander Key, a professional chef, had been in a long-term relationship with Assisi Jackson since 2010, and the couple shares two children. Key was last seen on January 23 at the Cobweb Inn in Boscastle, where he was captured on surveillance footage sitting alone at the bar before leaving the pub around 3:30 p.m. the following day. Additional CCTV footage showed him walking towards Boscastle Harbour near the River Valency.
Search Efforts
The search for Key involved extensive efforts from local authorities and community members, particularly after his disappearance raised concerns for his welfare. Jade Jagger, Key's mother-in-law and Mick Jagger's daughter, actively participated in the search by sharing information on social media to raise awareness. The police had previously issued appeals for information, circulating images of Key, who was known for wearing brightly colored clothing.
Official Statements & Responses
In a statement, the Devon & Cornwall Police expressed their condolences and noted that Key's family had thanked the police and HM Coastguard for their efforts in the search. They requested privacy during this difficult time. The police emphasized that they are not treating the death as suspicious, indicating that the circumstances surrounding Key's disappearance and subsequent death will be investigated further.
Criticism & Opposition
While the police have stated that Key's death is not suspicious, some community members have expressed concerns regarding the thoroughness of the search efforts, particularly given the adverse weather conditions at the time, which included storms that may have complicated search operations.
Verbatim Quotes
“Mr. Key’s family has thanked police and HM Coastguard for their efforts, along with all those who assisted in the search for him. They have asked for their privacy to be respected at this difficult time.” — Devon & Cornwall Police
“Sadly, he was deceased at the scene.” — Police spokesperson
What's Next
As the investigation continues, the coroner's office will conduct a formal identification and examination of the circumstances surrounding Key's death. Further updates from the police are expected as they prepare their report for the coroner.
