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Murder investigation launched after man found dead in woodland near Ludgershall
By Swindon Now Editorial Team · Published
Detectives have launched a murder inquiry after the body of a man in his 60s was discovered in woods near a polo field at Perham Down.
A major investigation is underway near Ludgershall following the discovery of a man's body in woodland. Wiltshire Police have confirmed that the death, initially treated as unexplained, is now being investigated as murder following a post-mortem examination.
Emergency services were first called to the area near a polo field close to Perham Down at 3.41pm on Thursday, September 24, after concerns were raised for the welfare of an individual. The man, aged in his 60s, was found deceased approximately two hours later.
Detective Chief Inspector Phil Walker, the senior investigating officer from the Major Crime Investigation Team, stated that the force is working rapidly to establish the circumstances surrounding the death. He added that the investigation is in its early stages and extended his condolences to the man's friends and family.
A police cordon remains in place around the site, and local residents will notice an increased police presence in the area while forensics and investigative teams continue their work.
Officers are now issuing a direct appeal for help from the public. DCI Walker said: It is critical that we hear from anyone who may have been in the area of the polo field and surrounding woodland on Thursday 24th September between 9am and 6pm who may have noticed something out of the ordinary.
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact Wiltshire Police by calling 101 or by providing details via the force's dedicated online reporting portal.
Source: Wiltshire Times — Crime · View original