The body of Christopher Proctor, 88, was found in the house on Pleckgate Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, shortly before 04:00 GMT on 10 November.

BBC: Blackburn bungalow fire death: Victim dead before fire

After beginning his career at Leicestershire in the 1985-86 season, DeFreitas enjoyed spells with Lancashire and then Derbyshire before returning to Grace Road.

BBC: SPORT | Cricket | Counties | Leicestershire | DeFreitas looks to end on a high

The snow and cold weather has caused disruption across Lancashire with trains suspended and the closure of a main road.

BBC: Severe weather in Lancashire