ID mystery of man found dead nearly a year ago

Artist's impression of the manImage source, Teri Blythe
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The man is believed to have been aged 45-55 (artist's impression)

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Police have issued a fresh appeal for help to identify a man found dead almost twelve months ago.

Officers were called to reports of a sudden death in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, on 6 February 2023.

The man's body was discovered outside a business unit on Rosevale Road, Crackley.

His death was not being treated as suspicious, but it was hoped a new artist's impression would help identify him, said Staffordshire Police.

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The man had a dragon tattoo, which police are hoping someone will recognise

The man was white, aged between 45-55, and had grey hair and stubble.

He was wearing a white George slim-fit shirt, dark blue denim Pierre Cardin jeans, a black belt and size nine black shoes.

On his upper left shoulder was a tattoo of a dragon.

A yellow jacket and a blue Tog 24 jacket were also found nearby, which officers believe may have belonged to him.

Anyone who recognises the new artist's impression of him is being asked to contact Staffordshire Police or Crimestoppers.

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