Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a man, aged in his 80s, in Derry/Londonderry.  

The man’s body was discovered on Wednesday afternoon, 17 July, in a house in the Culmore Road area of the city.   

A man, aged in his 50s, has been arrested in connection with the investigation and remains in custody at this time, assisting with enquiries. 

A post mortem examination is expected to be carried out on Friday 19 July to determine the cause of death. There are no further details at present.