Man in 30s found dead near Pilgrims Hatch park

Police are investigating the discovery of a man's body found on the roadside near a popular country park in Pilgrims Hatch, Essex. The man, believed to be in his 30s, was discovered early Wednesday morning on March 19. Emergency services arrived shortly after 5:45 AM but pronounced him dead at the scene. Essex Police are seeking the public's help in gathering information about the incident. They specifically want any doorbell or dashcam footage from Lincolns Lane and Coxtie Green Road taken on the evening of March 18 and the morning of March 19. Detective Chief Inspector Greg Wood reassured the community that this is not a murder investigation. Instead, it focuses on understanding how the man ended up at the roadside. Wood urged locals to share any observations or evidence they might have from the relevant time period. The police have set up an online portal for people to submit information related to the case. They also asked the public to refrain from speculating on social media about the incident.