Police investigation launched after man's body found at tip in Yorkshire
Police are investigating after a man’s body was found at a tip in East Yorkshire.
Officers confirmed that the body was found at Pocklington Household Waste Recycling site on Pocklington Lane, Burnby, on Wednesday.
Scenes of crimes officers had been spotted at the facility and the site has been temporarily closed by East Riding Council.
Humberside Police said: “Officers are currently in attendance and a scene guard is in place after the discovery of a man's body at around 3.15pm yesterday afternoon (Wednesday, 23 September 2026).
“Enquiries remain ongoing to ascertain the full circumstances around the discovery, and the man's death is currently being treated as unexplained at this time.
“Whilst formal identification has not yet taken place, the man's family have been informed.
“If anyone has any information that may assist officers with their ongoing enquiries, please contact us on our non-emergency number 101 quoting log 272 of 23 September.
“Alternatively, if you wish to report anonymously, you can do so via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”