An elderly man has been found dead inside a car in St John, prompting a police investigation and the detention of a close relative as enquiries continue.

District ‘B’ police confirmed that the grim discovery was made at approximately 6:30 a.m. in the rural district of Ashford, St John.

A man, identified as a close relative and a primary person of interest, has been taken into police custody and is currently assisting law enforcement with their enquiries.