Cheshire Police officers have discovered the body of a man on a street in Crewe - following concerns from the public for his welfare.

At around 6:40am on Thursday 16 March, police were called to an area of Gresty Road due to concerns for the welfare of a man.

Cheshire Police officers quickly arrived at the scene - discovering the man had died.

The path connecting Gresty Road with Crewe Road was cordoned off while officers dealt with the incident.

Police believe the death was not suspicious.

A case file will now be prepared for the coroner.

Later on Thursday, Cheshire Police confirmed the incident to Nub News.

A spokesperson said: "At around 6.40am on Thusday 16 March, police were called to concerns for the welfare of a man on Gresty Road, Crewe.

"Officers attended the scene and found that the man had sadly passed away.

"The death is not being treated as suspicious and a case file will be prepared for the coroner."

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