Death of a man in East Devon is no longer being treated as suspicious

Police say they're no longer treating the death of a man in East Devon as suspicious after a murder investigation was launched.

It comes after a man in his 30's was found dead at an address in Clapp's Lane, Beer at around 12pm yesterday afternoon (Tuesday 18th May).

It is after officers received reports of a disturbance at the property.

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However, following an extensive investigation officers say they are no longer treating his death as suspicious.

The criminal investigation has been terminated and a 30-year-old man, who was initially arrested on suspicion of murder, has been released from custody without charge.

The enquiry has now been handed over to the coroner.

"Following an extensive police investigation on Tuesday 18 May, the death of a man aged in his 30s, who was located at an address Clapp’s Lane, Beer, is no longer being treated as suspicious.

"The criminal investigation has ceased and a 30-year-old male has been released from custody without charge.

"The enquiry will now be formally handed over to HM Coroner with supportive actions conducted by Devon and Cornwall Police."

Devon and Cornwall Police

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