Man dies at Middlewick Ranges in Colchester
A MAN has died after emergency services were called to a popular walking spot in Colchester.
Essex Police and the East of England Ambulance Service were called to Middlewick Ranges, just off Abbot's Road, on Sunday evening following up on calls from a member of the public.
The caller had raised concerns for the welfare of a man on the ranges, which are owned by the Ministry of Defence.
A spokesman for Essex Police said: "Sadly, despite the best efforts of those on scene, the man was pronounced dead at around 8pm.
"The man's death is being treated as unexplained at this time but is not believed to be suspicious."
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Residents spotted forensic officers at the scene whilst investigations were ongoing.
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