‘Buttery’ found dead in Albouystown flat

An elderly man, who is suspected to have ended his life, was found dead in his apartment at James Street, Albouystown last night.

Dead is 65-year-old Richard Willings, also known as ‘Buttery’. Willings, who lived alone in his apartment, was last seen alive on Saturday night.

Residents in James Street said the man had threatened to end his life after encountering problems with his landlord. A friend of Willings also said he had told him that he was fed up of life and wanted to put an end to everything.

Police are investigating the matter.