Family pay tribute to Dr Richard Thorpe after death in Kirkby on Bain
Police are still appealing for information about the investigation
The family of a man who died after being found with serious injuries in Kirkby on Bain have paid tribute to him.
Dr Richard Thorpe's family thanked people for their messages of condolence and asked for their privacy to be respected.
In a tribute, they said: "Following recent tragic events, the family of Dr Richard Thorpe would like to express their sincere thanks for all the messages of condolence.
"Richard was well loved and respected and his loss will be felt profoundly by his family and friends.
"The family have requested that their privacy is respected at this difficult time."
Police investigation
Police confirmed that Dr Thorpe, 72, was found with serious injuries at an address on Kirkby Lane on Saturday 24th October 2026.
He died in hospital on Saturday 31st October.
Police said his family are continuing to receive support from specially trained officers.
Detectives are following multiple lines of enquiry to establish the full circumstances surrounding his death.
Detective Chief Inspector Andy McWatt, the senior investigating officer from the East Midlands Major Crime Unit, said: "This is a significant investigation, and our enquiries remain ongoing to find out the precise facts of what unfolded that day."
Appeal for information
Police are asking anyone who was in the area between 9am and 4pm on 24th October and may have seen a light grey Volkswagen Arteon to get in touch.
They are also asking anyone with CCTV, doorbell, mobile phone or dashcam footage that could help to come forward.
Police said people should contact them even if they feel their information is insignificant, if they haven't already spoken to officers.