Man in His 50s Found Dead in Southend Home
Essex Police were called to a property in Kursaal Way, Southend, just after midnight on Thursday following reports of a man unwell inside. A man in his 50s was tragically declared dead at the scene.
Arrest Made on Suspicion of Manslaughter
A 48-year-old man has been arrested and is now in police custody, suspected of manslaughter in connection with the death.
Police Reassure Public Over Safety
Detective Chief Inspector Louise Metcalfe said: “I know this will be a concerning incident for people living in the area but we believe those involved are known to each other, it happened inside a private address, and there’s no risk to the wider public.”
She added a heightened police presence will remain in the area as an added precaution.
