Man arrested following woman's death

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A woman was found dead near Benin Road on 26 January

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A man has been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of a woman.

The body of the woman, who Wiltshire Police said was in her 30s, was found near to Benin Road, Ludgershall, on 26 January.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter and controlling and coercive behaviour.

Police said they were increasing patrols in the area and a specialist family liaison officer was supporting the woman's family.

The Amesbury police team said: "We are not looking for anyone else in relation to this incident and, to preserve the integrity of the investigation, we ask that people do not speculate further."

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