Body of man in his 30s found in Burnley

Police have confirmed that a body found in shallow water in Burnley yesterday was that of a man in his 30s.

Officers were called out to reports of a body in water close to the Leeds Liverpool Canal, around the Lower Rosegrove Lane area, just before 10-30am.

The victim's next of kin have been informed and the man's death is not being treated as suspicious.

A file will be prepared for the coroner.

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