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Murder Inquiry After Woman in Her 80s Found Dead in Devizes Flat on Christmas Day

Police say a 63-year-old acquaintance is in custody following treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.

Overview

  • Emergency services were called to a flat on Keepers Road at about 8:10 a.m., and the woman was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Wiltshire Police arrested a 63-year-old woman known to the victim on suspicion of murder.
  • Detectives are not seeking anyone else in connection with the incident, according to DI Alan Smith.
  • A cordon remains at the property with house-to-house enquiries and forensic work by the Major Crime Investigation Team.
  • Officers are working to identify and inform the victim’s next of kin, and residents will see an increased police presence into Boxing Day.