A MAN has died after reportedly being found in a public toilet.

Essex Police officers were called to Rosemary Road, in Clacton, during the early hours of Wednesday morning.

The force rushed to the scene after receiving reports of a concern for welfare before a man was pronounced dead before a cordon.

Officers remained at the scene for several hours while investigations were carried out and a police cordon was put in place. 

A spokesman from Essex Police said: "We were called to Rosemary Road in Clacton round 4.30am on Wednesday following reports of a concern for welfare. 

"Sadly, a man was pronounced dead at the scene. 

"His death is currently being treated as unexpected and enquiries remain ongoing."

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According to a member of the public, the man was found by a worker in a public toilet block - accessible between 8am and 8pm- which is managed by Tendring Council. 

Council bosses have now confirmed a worker tried to lock the facility the evening before the death but was unable to due to receiving abuse from the public.

Peter Kotz, Tendring Council cabinet nember for assets, said: "On this occasion, our staff member faced abuse from members of the public when trying to lock up the night before and was therefore unable to secure the building.

"We do not tolerate abuse of our staff, whose safety is paramount, and the decision of the employee not to engage and put themselves at risk is absolutely supported by us.

"It would be inappropriate to comment further while the police and/or coronial process is ongoing."