A MAN who was found dead yesterday died as a result of a tragic accident, police have confirmed.

Durham Police received calls on Wednesday morning after the man, whose indentity has not been released, was found in a street in Seaham.

Emergency services attended the scene, which was cordoned off throughout the day whilst a forensic investigation was carried out.

The Northern Echo: The area was cordoned off for most of the day on Wednesday. Picture: NORTH NEWSThe area was cordoned off for most of the day on Wednesday. Picture: NORTH NEWS

A spokesperson for the force said today: "Police can confirm that a man who was found dead in Marlborough, in Seaham, yesterday morning died as a result of a tragic accident.

"There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death and a file will be prepared for the coroner."

The Northern Echo: Emergency services stayed at the scene whilst an investigation was carried out. Picture: NORTH NEWSEmergency services stayed at the scene whilst an investigation was carried out. Picture: NORTH NEWS