Murder charge after man found dead in home

Police have charged a man with murder after another man was found dead in a Derbyshire town.

Shaun Harriman, 62, was found at a property in Howitt Street, Heanor, just before 23:55 BST on Monday, according to Derbyshire Police.

Lee Young, 37, of Howitt Street, was arrested on Monday and has since been charged with murder, the force confirmed.

Det Ch Insp Matt Croome, who is leading the investigation, said those involved were known to each other and "there is no wider risk".

A police spokesperson confirmed Mr Harriman's family had been made aware of his death and were being supported by specialist officers.

Mr Young appeared at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court on Thursday, when the case was adjourned, and he was remanded in custody.

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