Teenager found dead in Battle hotel

Police were called to the Abbey Hotel in the High Street at 10.50am on Thursday November 24, following reports that a body of a man had been discovered in a bedroom there.

It is believed that the 18-year-old worked at the hotel.

Sussex Police said that there were no suspicious circumstances and the Coroners Officer is continuing enquiries.

Shepherd Neame Limited, which owns the hotel, has been approached for comment.

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