Police believe no-one else was involved in the death of a man found with stab wounds to his throat in Downley, High Wycombe.

The policeman leading the investigation this afternoon said the evidence to date does not show foul play.

The body has been identified but police will not release the name until his overseas mother has been informed (for previous stories see links, right) The man, who is black and in his thirties, was found in the driveway of a property in Telford Way by a homeowner at 8am on Saturday.

Det Ch Insp Mick Saunders, investigating the death, said: “Whilst I am keeping an open mind about the circumstances of his death, the evidence that we have to date does not lead me to believe that anyone else was involved.

“The man’s father, sister, other family members and close friends are being kept fully updated with the progress of the investigation.

“I would appeal again to anyone with information about the death, or who may have witnessed events leading up to his death to come forward.”

A force statement added: “In accordance with the wishes of the man’s family, Thames Valley Police are not releasing any details of the deceased’s identity until his mother, who now resides overseas, has been informed.”

Anyone with information can call 0845 8 505 505, quoting URN 653 of 15/11 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.