A man has been found dead on a residential street in Essex on Christmas Eve morning, prompting a significant police response.
Emergency Call to Mill Lane
Essex Police confirmed they were called to Mill Lane in Witham at approximately 9am on Wednesday 24 December. The call came from a member of the public who expressed concern for a man's welfare.
Upon arrival, emergency services discovered the body of a man. He was pronounced dead at the scene. A large police presence remained in the area throughout the morning, with several eyewitnesses reporting the activity to local media.
Death Not Treated as Suspicious
In an official statement, a spokesperson for Essex Police provided key details about the incident. The man's death is not currently being treated as suspicious.
The force also confirmed a crucial and sensitive step in the process has been completed. The deceased man's next of kin have been informed of his tragic death.
File for the Coroner
With the initial investigation indicating no foul play, the procedural focus will now shift. Police stated that a file will be prepared for the coroner.
The coroner's office will subsequently investigate the circumstances surrounding the death to establish a formal cause. This is a standard procedure in such sudden and unexplained cases.
The discovery has cast a sombre shadow over the Witham community on what is traditionally a day of celebration and family gathering.
