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Teenage girl bailed in connection with death of woman

Officers responded to reports of disorder inside a house and when they arrived a woman in her 50s living at the address was found to be not breathing

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Police officers at the scene in Baydon Close, Moredon, Swindon, where a woman in her 50s was declared dead on Friday evening.
Police officers at the scene in Baydon Close, Moredon, Swindon, where a woman in her 50s was declared dead on Friday evening. Picture: PA

By Rebecca Henrys

A 13-year-old girl arrested in connection with the death of a woman in Baydon Close, Moredon, has been bailed while enquiries continue.

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An increased police presence remains in the area on Sunday while an investigation continues into the woman’s death.

Officers responded to reports of disorder inside a house and when they arrived a woman in her 50s living at the address was found to be not breathing. There were no other reported injuries.

She was declared dead at the scene.

Wiltshire Police said her next of kin had been informed.

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Police said the teenager was detained following an incident in Baydon Close, Moredon, Swindon, on Friday evening.
Police said the teenager was detained following an incident in Baydon Close, Moredon, Swindon, on Friday evening. Picture: Google Maps

A scene was set up at the property while enquiries are carried out to establish the full circumstances around the woman’s death.

A spokesperson for Wiltshire Police said: "There is no wider risk to the public and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.

"As this is a live investigation, please refrain from speculating online as this could prejudice the ongoing case.

"We'd encourage anyone with concerns to speak with their local Neighbourhood Policing Team, either by emailing or approaching our officers in person."