A pensioner found dead in her flat by friends and relatives died of natural causes, it emerged today.
Police have now scaled down their inquiry into Elsie Cook's death following a post-mortem examination.
It is now thought Miss Cook, who was found dead her flat in London Road, St Leonards, last Monday, had suffered breathing problems.
The 89-year-old, who lived alone, was said by neighbours to have been a chatty, well-liked figure.
An inquest is due to open at Hastings Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
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