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Four Arrested as Police Open Manslaughter Probe Into Whitby Death

Police are seeking witnesses, with a visible presence in central Whitby.

Overview

  • Officers were called at 11.12pm on Sunday, 15 March, to reports of a disturbance at an address on Flowergate in Whitby.
  • Police found a man in his late 40s from the Halifax area unresponsive, performed CPR, and paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene.
  • Detectives have launched a manslaughter investigation and arrested four men as inquiries continue to establish the full circumstances.
  • The victim’s family is being supported by officers, and a significant police presence remains to reassure the community.
  • Anyone with information is urged to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, quoting reference 12260046853.