Man arrested on suspicion of murder over Swindon death
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A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man died in Swindon.
Police were called to a property on Westbourne Court in Rodbourne at about 01:00 GMT following reports of a serious assault on a man in his 50s.
He was declared dead at the scene, with his next of kin informed, said Wiltshire Police.
A cordon is in place while officers carry out investigations. The suspect, in his 30s, remains in police custody.
A cordon is in place while officers carry out investigations
Det Supt Chris Feerick said: "This is a serious incident which has sadly resulted in a man losing his life.
"I appreciate the community concern this incident will cause but please be reassured that at no point was there a threat to the wider public."
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