Sussex Police believes the fire probably started in the basement
A man's body has been found following a fire at a house.
The blaze, which broke at an address in West Hill Road, St Leonards, just after 17:30 GMT on Thursday, is being treated as unexplained.
The body of a man, believed to be in his 70s, was found inside the house. Sussex Police said the coroner had been informed.
Detective Inspector Andy Eggleton said the investigation was in its early stages and appealed for witnesses.
The fire was reported at about 17:30 GMT on Thursday
Sussex Police said it was working closely with East Sussex Fire & Rescue and the coroner
The fire service successfully managed to tackle the blaze, police said
Sussex Police has appealed for witnesses
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