A murder investigation has been launched after a man in his 80s was found dead in an Essex Village.
Police were called shortly after 1pm on Tuesday, December 29 to an address in Aldham following reports a man had been found unresponsive.
Sadly he was pronounced dead at the scene and a murder probe is now underway. Detectives from Essex Police are appealing for witnesses.
The victim has yet to be named.
In a statement, a police spokesperson said: "We are keen to hear from anyone who was in the area from 3pm yesterday, Monday (December 28), and may have witnessed anything suspicious.
"We’d also like to hear from anyone who has doorbell footage, dashcam footage or CCTV in the local area.
"Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact our Major Crime Team on 101 quoting incident 512 of 29 December or email scd.appeals.essex@essex.pnn.police.uk."
Information can also be given anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
