Man in 40s found dead after reported disturbance in Whitby

A manslaughter investigation has been launched

Author: Natalia AntoniwPublished 16th Mar 2026
Last updated 17th Mar 2026

A man in his 40s has been found dead after a reported disturbance at an address on Flowergate, Whitby.

Emergency services attended after receiving calls at around 11.12pm on Sunday (15th March).

The man, who is from the Halifax area, couldn't be revived.

A manslaughter investigation has now been launched.

An increased police presence in the area is said to be expected.

Anyone with information is being urged to contact the police by calling 101 and quoting reference 12260046853.

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