Road closure as murder investigation continues

A police cordon has been in place for more than 24 hours

A police cordon remains in place as detectives continue to investigate the suspected murder of a man in his 20s.

The victim was taken to hospital for urgent treatment following the incident on Manchester Road in Swindon at about 05:10 on Wednesday, but later died from his injuries.

A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder, with police also searching for the victim's next of kin.

Manchester Road remains closed in both directions between Rosebery Street and A4259 County Road.

Det Ch Insp Phil Walker, who is leading the investigation, appealed for anyone with relevant information, dash cam, or CCTV footage to come forward.

Investigating officers would also like to speak to a member of the public who initially alerted nearby officers but did not leave his details.

He added that there was "no information to suggest that this incident is linked to a terrorism arrest", which took place in the same area in May.