Barrowford death: Murder probe police release two men

Police believe James O'Hara was attacked on 19 October

Two men arrested on suspicion of murdering a man found dead at a house have been released by police.

The body of 45-year-old James O'Hara was found at the home in River Way, Barrowford, Lancashire, at 17:20 BST on Friday.

A 31-year-old man was released pending further inquiries while a 22-year-old man was freed without charge.

A family tribute to Mr O'Hara said he was "very popular" and "had a big heart and would help anyone in need".

"He will be missed terribly by his friends, family and all who knew him," they added.

Det Ch Insp Mark Haworth-Oates, from Lancashire Police, said: "Our investigation into Mr O'Hara's death is very much ongoing.

"At the present time we believe the victim was subjected to an assault in Barrowford on 19 October and we are working hard to establish the full circumstances around this."