An update following the death of a man in York
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Following a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a man in York, officers do not believe any criminal offences were involved.
In the early hours of Friday 8 May, North Yorkshire Police received a report that paramedics were tending to a man in his 50s who was in cardiac arrest in Brownlow Street. Tragically, he was pronounced deceased.
His family are being supported by specially-trained officers.
Extensive enquiries were carried out, including speaking to witnesses and reviewing significant volumes of CCTV footage. As a result, the man's death is not believed to have resulted from any criminal offences.
A 56-year-old man who was arrested has now been released from custody with no further action in connection with the man's death.
We know this tragic incident will have caused upset and concern in the local area. Neighbourhood Policing Team officers will continue to carry out high-visibility patrols there, to offer ongoing reassurance. We are grateful to the community for their support and understanding throughout the investigation.