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.
New information submitted for planning application to expand Mountsorrel Quarry
The consultation closes on the 21st November.
Leicestershire groups receive King’s Award for Voluntary Service
The award holds the same value as an MBE.
Brave eight-year-old chosen to switch on Loughborough’s Christmas lights
He was surprised by the news at his school assembly.
Message for patients during resident doctors strike
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust has asked that people keep emergency services available for those who need them most.
Christmas Light Switch ons in the local area
The local area will be looking merry and bright soon.
Plans for news homes in Markfield will be discussed by council tomorrow
Plans state that the proposal is to include 40% affordable housing.
Rothley man who groomed girls on social media jailed for 28 years
Leicestershire Police are asking anyone who has been in contact with him to contact them.
Counterfeit goods recovered from businesses in multi-agency operation
"Many of the businesses visited during the enforcement activity in our area led us to recover counterfeit clothing and toys including a quantity of tobacco which had been imported illegally."
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