Woman dies after being found seriously injured in Hinckley

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Image caption, Police said the woman, in her 50s, was found injured on Tuesday night

A woman has died after being found with serious head injuries in Leicestershire.

Leicestershire Police said the woman, in her 50s, was discovered at about 23:15 GMT on Tuesday in Castle Street, Hinckley.

She was taken to hospital and later died, the force added.

Police said the woman's death was not being treated as suspicious, adding inquiries were continuing on behalf of HM Coroner.

Det Insp Esther Scott said: "As part of our ongoing investigation, I would still like to speak to anyone who was in the area of Castle Street and New Buildings between 9pm and midnight. Any information or footage you have could help."

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