Two people that were arrested on suspicion of murder in Harrogate currently remain in police custody.
Shortly before 11pm on Sunday (29th September), police attended reports of an incident at a flat in Strawberry Dale where they located the body of a man in his 50s.
He was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene by paramedics.
Two men, aged 26 and 34 years old, were arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody.
A third person, a 47-year-old man, who was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender has been released on conditional bail.
Temporary Detective Chief Inspector Tim Bentley, said:
“I understand that there is concern within the community following this incident. I do not believe there is any risk to the wider public.
“Our extensive investigation is continuing, and we are making progress with a team of detectives working around the clock to establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident."
He added:
“I would like to reiterate my appeal for information. If you can help our investigation, please contact us immediately. Please call North Yorkshire Police on 101, quoting reference 12240177924.
"You can also speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. You can submit information online at https://mipp.police.uk/ by clicking on the North Yorkshire Police logo.”

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