Police investigating ‘unexplained’ death after body found in church yard

Police are investigating after a body was found in the grounds of St Mary and St Nicolas Church in Spalding.

They were called called at 9pm on Monday July 17 after the body was found in a tent on the site.

A spokesman for Lincolnshire Police, said: “We were called to St Mary and St Nicolas Church, Church Street, Spalding, following a report that a body had been discovered in a tent in the grounds of the church. 

“We are at an early stage in our inquiries and as such we are treating this death as unexplained. 

“Officers and staff will be at the scene for some time.  We will update when we are able to.

“We are appealing for anyone who was in the area between 12 July 2023 and 17 July 23, and may have any information about the person who was staying in the tent, when they last saw those living in the tent or anyone who may have information they believe will assist our investigation.  

“If you can help please call 101 quoting incident number 487 of 17 July. Alternatively contact Crimestoppers-uk.org or 0800 555 111. ” 

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