A man who died at a residential address in Dorking has been named by Surrey Police.

A Surrey Police spokesperson said: “The man who died at a residential address in Dorking on 9 February, has now been named.

“Officers were called to Lyons Court shortly before 11.40am by Surrey Fire & Rescue Service, who had found the body of a man at the address when conducting a safe and well check in the area.

“South East Coast Ambulance Service also attended but the man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

Officers were called to Lyons Court by Surrey Fire & Rescue Service, who had found the body of a man at the address when conducting a safe and well check in the area. Picture courtesy of Google

placeholder image — Officers were called to Lyons Court by Surrey Fire & Rescue Service, who had found the body of a man at the address when conducting a safe and well check in the area. Picture courtesy of Google

“He has now been formally identified as 67-year-old James Hall from Dorking.

“An investigation, led by Surrey Police and Sussex Police’s Major Crime Team, is underway to establish the circumstances of his death and enquiries remain ongoing.

“A man in his 50s from Dorking was arrested on suspicion of murder and has since been released on conditional bail, pending further enquiries.”

Detective Inspector Dom Yelling said: “Our thoughts remain with James’ family at this incredibly difficult time and the family have asked for privacy as they come to terms with his loss.

“A thorough investigation is ongoing and although we are not looking for anyone else in relation to this at this time, if you have any information which may be helpful, please get in touch as soon as possible quoting PR/45260015619 by calling 101”.

If you do not wish to leave your name, please call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.