Appeal following unexpected death of man in Lincoln

An investigation is underway following the death of a man in Lincoln.

Officers attended a property on Alness Close following a call to the Force Control Room at 9.50pm yesterday (12 February) where they discovered the body of a 51-year-old man.

He was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. His family have been made aware and are being supported by specially trained officers.

His death is currently being treated as unexpected, and investigators are keeping an open mind about the exact circumstances of the incident. 

Two men aged 40 and 49 have been arrested in connection with the incident. The 49-year-old man has been released on bail and the 40-year-old man remains in police custody.

Residents will see an increased police presence on both scene guards at Alness Close and along Newark Road while initial inquiries are ongoing.

We are appealing for witnesses or any other information that can help to progress our inquiries. If you can help, please contact 101 or email force.control@lincs.police.uk quoting incident 421 of 12 February.

You can also read the release on our website.