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Grampian Police have launched a major investigation after the body of a man was found in a house in Aberdeen.Grampian Police have launched a major investigation after the body of a man was found in a house in Aberdeen.
Officers discovered the remains at the property in Kettlehills Crescent in the Northfield area of the city on Wednesday afternoon.Officers discovered the remains at the property in Kettlehills Crescent in the Northfield area of the city on Wednesday afternoon.
About 50 officers are investigating the death and have been carrying out house-to-house inquiries.About 50 officers are investigating the death and have been carrying out house-to-house inquiries.
Det Spt Alan Smith, the senior investigating officer, confirmed the death was being treated as suspicious.Det Spt Alan Smith, the senior investigating officer, confirmed the death was being treated as suspicious.
He said: "Police were contacted regarding concern for the welfare of a resident. 'Forensic examination'
It is believed the man was in his 50s and it is thought he may have been dead for some time before his body was discovered.
Set Spt Smith said: "Police were contacted regarding concern for the welfare of a resident.
"Officers who went to the house gained access and discovered the body of a male. Efforts are being made to establish the identity of the man so that his family can be informed.""Officers who went to the house gained access and discovered the body of a male. Efforts are being made to establish the identity of the man so that his family can be informed."
He added: "A major investigation is underway and is at its very early stages. The house is being treated as a crime scene and is subject to a full forensic examination."He added: "A major investigation is underway and is at its very early stages. The house is being treated as a crime scene and is subject to a full forensic examination."
Grampian Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them on 0845 600 5700 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.Grampian Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them on 0845 600 5700 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.