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Investigation launched into suspicious death of man in Chantry, Ipswich

Police have launched an investigation after a man in his 60s was found dead at a property on Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich. Officers are treating the death as suspicious.

The big picture: The death is currently being treated as suspicious, though investigators say enquiries are at an early stage.

Two police cars and a forensics van remain at the scene while detectives appeal for witnesses who may have noticed suspicious activity in the area over the Christmas period.

Two police cars and a forensics unit at an address on Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich
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Two police cars and a forensics unit remain at the scene

What happened:

  • Officers were called to an address near the junction with Marigold Avenue shortly before 18:00 on Wednesday, 01 January

  • The man's family has been notified

  • Forensic investigators remain at the scene as police carry out their investigation

  • A post-mortem examination will be carried out shortly

Appeal for information: Police want to hear from anyone who noticed suspicious activity in the area between Tuesday 24 December and Wednesday 1 January.

People can contact police in several ways:

Forensic investigators continue to work at the property on Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich
Oliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk
Forensic investigators continue to work at the property on Hawthorn Drive

The bottom line: Anh investigation is underway in Chantry, with police seeking witnesses who may have information about activity around Hawthorn Drive during the festive period.

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