Emergency services remain at a property on Reedville in Oxton, Wirral, following the sudden death of a man in his 20s. Merseyside Police were alerted by the North West Ambulance Service at approximately 3.55pm on Saturday 3 October after paramedics discovered the man's body inside the house. His death is being treated as unexpected, and a file will be passed to the Coroner.
Police investigation launched after body found
Merseyside Police have launched an investigation following the discovery. The force confirmed that officers have been at the scene since yesterday afternoon. The man's next of kin has been informed. The death was reported to police by ambulance crews who had attended the property on Reedville.
According to a Merseyside Police spokesperson, the force is treating the death as unexpected following initial enquiries. The spokesperson said: "Merseyside Police can confirm that emergency services remain in Oxton today (Sunday 4 October) following a sudden death yesterday."
Explosive Ordnance Disposal team attends as precaution
As a precautionary measure, the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team attended the scene to assess and remove substances found inside the property. Police have stated that there is no wider risk to the public at this stage. The EOD team's presence was described as a precaution, and they have deemed the situation safe.
Next steps: Coroner's file and ongoing enquiries
The investigation remains ongoing, and a file will be prepared for the Coroner. The police spokesperson added: "Shortly after 3.55pm on Saturday 3 October, North West Ambulance Service reported they had attended a property on Reedville where they had found a man in his 20s sadly deceased inside." The spokesperson also confirmed: "As a precaution, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) have attended to assess and remove substances located inside the premises and have deemed there is no wider risk to the public at this stage." The cause of death has not yet been confirmed, and further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
