Investigation underway after man found dead in Newcastle

Police tape off road in Newcastle
Author: Micky WelchPublished 14th Nov 2022
Last updated 14th Nov 2022

Police in Newcastle are investigating the death of a man at an address in the early hours of this morning (14th Nov)

Officers were called to Dilston Road in Newcastle shortly after 6am after receiving reports of concern for a man’s welfare.

A man was found dead at the scene, his death is being treated as unexplained.

Officers remain at the scene this morning while they carry out investigations

A Northumbria Police spokesperson added: “Shortly after 6am today (Monday) we received a report of concern for the welfare of a man at an address on Dilston Road, Newcastle.

“Emergency services attended the scene and found a man who was deceased. His death is currently being treated as unexplained and a full investigation has been launched.

“An increased police presence is in the area as officers carry out enquiries. Anyone with information can contact police via the ‘Tell Us Something’ page of our website or by calling 101 quoting log NP-20221114-0120.”

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