On Christmas Eve, a passerby discovered a man’s body on a street in Witham, Essex, leading to a significant police presence in the area. The incident, reported at 9am on Mill Lane, prompted Essex Police to respond to a welfare concern.
Sadly, the man was found deceased at the scene, as confirmed by Essex Police, who stated that his death is not considered suspicious. The authorities have notified his next of kin, and preparations are underway to submit a report to the coroner.
Following the discovery, approximately four police vehicles were observed near Mill Lane, but have since vacated the location. Residents have expressed their sorrow on the Essex Live Facebook page, offering condolences and sympathy to the man’s family and friends in the wake of the tragedy.