A Darlington park has been cordoned off by police with a major investigation underway.
North Lodge Park was cordoned off by officers this morning and remains closed this lunchtime.
LIVE: Darlington North Lodge Park cordoned off by police
All entrances to the park are taped off. Police cars are also situated around the park with one inside the park where there is another large cordon.
The reason for the closure is not yet known.
The Northern Echo has contacted Durham Police for more information.
More to follow
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here