Police are treating the death of a man found with apparent chemical burns at a property in Harrogate as unexplained.
Emergency Response on Franklin Road
Officers were called to an address on Franklin Road in Harrogate at around 3pm on Saturday following concerns for the man's safety. They gained entry to the property with the assistance of North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service.
The man, in his 50s, was found dead inside and appeared to have "chemical burns", according to a North Yorkshire Police spokesperson.
No Ongoing Risk to Public
As a precaution, specialist resources from police, ambulance and fire services attended the scene to assess potential risks. Following an initial assessment, it was established that there was no ongoing risk of harm to emergency service personnel or members of the public.
A cordon was put in place on Franklin Road, near the junction with Strawberry Dale, while police, firefighters and paramedics attended the incident, as reported by Harrogate Advertiser.
The death is being treated as unexplained, and a file will be prepared for the coroner.
