A murder investigation has been launched after a man was found dead inside a house in Burton-on-Trent.
Police were called to Hazel Crescent in Branston at 4.45am this morning to reports of a sudden death.
Officers arrived at the scene with colleagues from West Midlands Ambulance Service where a man was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 52-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, from Burton-on-Trent, have both been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Police were called to Hazel Crescent in Branston at 4.45am this morning to reports of a sudden death (Pictured, a general view of Hazel Crescent)
They will be questioned in custody. Meanwhile, a cordon remains in place at the scene as officers investigate the circumstances surrounding the death.
The family of the deceased is being supported by specially trained officers.
Anyone with any information that could help with our investigation is asked to get in touch by calling 101, quoting incident 161 of 4 August, or by using Live Chat on our website.
To report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
