Parkrun cancelled after runner finds dead body in recreation ground near Cheltenham Racecourse
The running event in Pittville Park, Cheltenham, was called off after a jogger made the tragic discovery this morning, shortly before 9am.
Police were called and a cordon was put in place in the surrounding area.
A spokesperson for Gloucestershire Constabulary said: "A scene guard is in place at Pittville Park in Cheltenham this morning (Saturday 12 July) following a sudden death.
"We were called at 8.50am with a report that a body had been discovered by a member of the public.
"The death is being treated as unexplained but non-suspicious at this time."
Parkrun organisers made a post on Facebook this morning that confirmed the cancellation of the event - which was due to begin at 9am.
It read: "Due to unforeseen circumstances in the park we had to cancel Cheltenham parkrun this morning.
"If you have been affected by this and you would like support please email Cheltenham@parkrun.com".
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