Body of man in his 20s found in Harrogate nature reserve

The body of a man in his 20s has been found at Hookstone Wood in Harrogate.

A dog walker is believed to have made the discovery in the nature reserve between the Great Yorkshire Showground and Hornbeam Park yesterday morning.

North Yorkshire Police said in a statement:

“North Yorkshire Police were called at around 8am on February 20 after a member of the public found the body of a man in woodland on the outskirts of Harrogate.

“The ambulance service also attended and provided assistance, but sadly the man, who is aged in his 20s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

“Officers do not believe there are any suspicious circumstances surrounding his death and a report will be prepared for the coroner.

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Police appeal after ‘unexplained’ death of Ripon man

Police today issued an appeal for information about the death of a Ripon man at his home.

David Lupton, 50, died at his home in the city on August 27.

North Yorkshire Police is looking for witnesses and information about his last movements.

Officers said the death is being treated as unexplained.

A police statement said:

“We are particularly interested to speak to anyone who may have seen David on Thursday 26 August up until lunchtime on the Friday when he was found deceased by a family member.

“At this time the sudden death is being treated as unexplained.

“Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for DC EVANS. You can also email sheree.evans@northyorkshire.police.uk.

“If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12210190039.”

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