Second person arrested in connection with murder investigation in Swindon

We have arrested a second person on suspicion of murder following an incident in Broad Street, Swindon, yesterday evening (11/07).

A woman in her 30s was arrested at around noon today and is now in police custody.

The arrests are in connection with a stabbing which occurred in Broad Street at around 9pm yesterday.

The victim, a man in his 40s, suffered a serious knife injury and was taken to hospital for emergency treatment.

Sadly, he died later in the night. His next of kin have been informed and our thoughts are with them.

We have put scenes in place in Broad Street, Swindon, and Galsworthy Close in Liden while officers carry out enquiries. These are likely to remain in place for several hours.

Senior investigating officer DCI Phil Walker of the Major Crime Investigation Team said: “Our investigation is continuing at pace, and we have made a second arrest in connection with the incident.

“A woman was arrested at around noon today on suspicion of murder and has been taken into custody for questioning.

“We are not looking for anybody else in connection with this incident, however we are continuing to conduct extensive enquiries and residents will continue to see an increased police presence across the town.

“I’d like to reiterate our appeal for any witnesses to the incident or anybody who might have information to please contact us on 101, quoting log 362 of yesterday’s date.

“Alternatively, CrimeStoppers can be contacted 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555111.”