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.
Local Tractor Run raises over 20k for mental health charity
The spectacle drove through Hinckley and Bosworth on Saturday.
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Police are investigating thefts at Fosse Park.
BALLERS Pool Lounge opens in The Crescent
BALLERS co-owner Adam Dean said: “As locals who grew up in Hinckley, we’ve long felt there was a real need for a venue dedicated to pool and darts enthusiasts. "
Major road closed until Christmas Eve after burst water pipe
The A447 is shut between Hinckley Road and Stapleton Lane.
Annual Christmas charity tractor run returns this Saturday
The journey begins at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday.
A447 still closed after burst water pipe
Severn Trent Water says they are working as quickly as possible to reinsate the road.
Unwanted bikes needed to give to Leicestershire’s young people a chance to learn to cycle
"Far too many children miss out on learning to ride because they don’t have access to a bike at home."
11-year-old injured after collision in Stoney Stanton
Local road closures remain in place.
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