Murder investigation launched after man found dead outside County Durham address

Durham Constabulary have announced a murder investigation after a man was found dead outside of a County Durham address.

In public statement, the force said: “Emergency services attended West Lane at around 6pm and found a 41-year-old man unresponsive. Sadly, despite medical treatment, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Three men and one woman, all in their 40s, have been arrested in connection with the incident and remain in police custody.

Enquiries are ongoing to determine the circumstances of the death. A police presence will remain at several addresses in the town while enquiries are carried out. Detectives would like to reassure the public that there is not believed to be any wider risk to the community.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Durham Constabulary on 101, quoting incident reference number 351 of November 29.”