A 28-YEAR-OLD man has been found dead in York city centre.

Police were called to reports of a sudden death behind Ryedale Building - also known as Ryedale House - in Piccadilly at 3.23pm yesterday.

The man is local, North Yorkshire Police said.

The next of kin have been informed.

Following inquiries at the scene, police have said the death is not believed to be suspicious.

Police left the scene at 6.25pm.