Emergency services were called to the scene at 2:30 am.
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service went to the house fire in Charnwood Road, Hinckley just after 2.30 am today (Thursday 13 January).
A statement from Leicestershire Police said: "A man was found deceased inside the property."
They have confirmed that the fire and death are not being treated as suspicious and a file is being prepared for HM Coroner.
Identification will also be a matter for the coroner.
CCTV image released after elderly man has bank details taken in Mountsorrel
Detectives have identified a man they wish to speak to as part of the ongoing investigation.
Ed Sheeran in Coventry
Ed Sheeran is back in Warwickshire on Friday 5th December!
Local businesses and events honoured at the Leicestershire Tourism and Hospitality Awards
See the list of winners here.
Appeal to identify man in connection with Loughborough robbery
The incident happened in October.
Leicestershire councils could look like this in the future
The Government will now consider proposals.
Appeal for missing teen last seen a week ago
Have you seen him?
Road Traffic Accident Derby Road Loughborough 29th November 2025
A collision involving a Police car and another vehicle on Derby Road Loughborough on Saturday 29th November 2025
Man missing from Barwell- Found
It is believed he may have travelled into Northamptonshire.
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