Man arrested on suspicion of murder after body found at Marske house fire

Police have confirmed a 25-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Officers were called to an address on Wheatacre Close in Marske by Cleveland Fire Brigade at around 2.15am today (9 June) where they were dealing with a house fire.

On arrival a man from inside the address was discovered deceased. Police say the man’s family have been notified and are being supported by specially trained family liaison officers. His identity has not been released.

A 25-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is in custody.

Officers remain at the scene and detectives are carrying out enquiries as the investigation continues.

Police are appealing to anyone with information from overnight or anything they have witnessed in recent days which could assist the investigation.

Detectives are also appealing for dashcam or CCTV footage. If you can assist call 101, reference 093555.