Mystery as British holidaymaker is found dead in an Italian B&B with his companion 'unaccounted for'
The unnamed man was discovered by a cleaner who raised the alarm in Genoa's Pra neighbourhood.
Although he was staying with another person before the incident, it has been reported that their whereabouts are currently unknown.
Initial investigations by detectives suggested that the deceased had taken his own life.
However, police are now said to be considering all other options in the mysterious case.
According to local media Liguaria Notizie, the man had rented the B&B for a few days.
He and his companion were meant to check out of the facility on Wednesday.
The investigation into the mysterious circumstances of his death is still ongoing.
Authorities have now handed the matter to Italy's national police force.
Genoa is a popular tourist destination in Italy with several attractions, including the Aquarium of Genoa, one of Europe's largest.
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