Update on investigation after man found dead in Burton-on-Trent

We’re continuing to investigate after a man was sadly found dead inside a house in Burton-on-Trent.

Officers were called to Hazel Crescent in Branston at 4.45am on Sunday (4 August) following reports of a sudden death.

Sadly, a man in his 40s was pronounced dead at the scene.

Specially-trained officers are continuing to support his family at this time.

We’re currently treating the death as unexplained.

The 52-year-old man and the 46-year-old woman, from Burton-on-Trent, who were both arrested on suspicion of murder, have been released on conditional police bail while enquiries continue.

Anyone with any information that could help with our investigation is asked to get in touch by calling 101, quoting incident 161 of 4 August, or by using Live Chat on our website.

To report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.