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.
Further delay on the A47 opening
A47 still closed due to due flooding
Two Lloyds branches to close in Leicestershire
See if your local branch is affected.
A47 Clickers Way Earl Shilton Finally Opens
A47 Clickers Way Earl Shilton Finally Opens
Council abandons plans to build Hinckley Crematorium
Seven years after it approved plans to build a new crematorium in Hinckey, the Borough Council has said it cannot continue the project.
Fatal accident near to Ansty the on M69
Warwickshire Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal crash on the M69 near Ansty, which happened on 9th February.
Have your say on plans to cut numbers of councils
People across Leicestershire are being encouraged to take part in a Government consultation on plans to reorganise local councils.
Children's Mental Health Week
Local services across the Midlands are supporting Children’s Mental Health Week.
Can you help shape local dementia services?
People living with dementia — and those caring for someone with the condition — are being invited to share their experiences to help shape future support services in Leicestershire.
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