A FLORAL tribute has been left following the sudden death of a 53-year-old man in the town centre.

Police and ambulance had attended a property on Hardshaw Street, St Helens just before 5pm on Monday last week (July 8) following reports a 53-year-old man was unresponsive.

Police said he was sadly found dead at the scene.

The death is not being treated as suspicious and a file has been prepared for the coroner, although an inquest has not yet been formally opened.

Flowers have been left tied to a tree near to the location on Hardshaw Street.

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A message left on on the floral tribute reads: "In loving memory. You will be sadly missed by all your friends at 103 & CGL. Rest in paradise mate."

Star readers paid their respects following the news of the sudden death last week.

Wendy Brooke wrote: "RIP. Such a sad day xx"

Tina Briggs said: "So sad. Thinking of his family and friends R.I.P"

Juju Jones added: "R.I.P. So Sad. Thoughts go out to your Family and Friends.x"

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