THREE men arrested after a woman was found dead in a home in Horsham have been released while investigations continue.

The men, aged 44, 60 and 26, have been let go after a post mortem examination revealed the cause of the woman's death as "inconclusive".

Officers were called to the address in Brighton Road, at 12.40am on Monday, following concerns for the welfare of a woman inside the property.

When they arrived, they found the body of the 53-year-old inside.

Her death is currently being treated as unexplained and an investigation is ongoing.

According to Sussex Police, further tests will now be carried out over the coming weeks to establish the cause of death.

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A spokesman said: "A post mortem examination took place on Tuesday and the cause of death is inconclusive at this time.

"As a result, further tests will now be carried out over the coming weeks.

"Three men arrested in connection with the matter have been released under investigation while these enquiries continue.

"There will continue to be a police presence at the scene, and we thank everyone for their patience and understanding while the enquiry is ongoing."

Images taken from the scene show a black tent erected outside the address, as Sussex Police officers filtered in and out of the building.

Officers wearing forensic suits and gloves were seen entering the property throughout the afternoon.

The three men who were arrested by police on Tuesday were all known to the woman.

At the time, a police spokesman said: "Officers were called to an address in Brighton Road, Horsham, at 12.40am on Monday, June 7, following concerns for the welfare of a woman inside the property.

"Sadly the body of a 53-year-old woman was found. Her death is currently being treated as unexplained and an investigation is ongoing.

"Police have arrested three men aged 44, 60 and 26 in connection with the death and they remain in custody. The three men were all known to the woman.

"We would like to thank local residents in the area for their patience while we conduct our enquiries"