Police rule out suspicious circumstances in Barrow death

The results of a post mortem held this afternoon have led officers to rule out any suspicious circumstances in John Chapman’s death.

The Post Mortem revealed that Mr Chapman’s death was not caused by any criminal activity. These results will now be handed to the Coroner who will consider the cause of death during an inquest.

The 30 year old Barrow man who was arrested on suspicion of assault has now been released without any further action in relation to this matter.

Mr Chapman’s family has been informed and police will now prepare a file for the Coroner.