De-a-dly Sh0-0ting Sparks Major Murd3r Investigation as Police Arrest Man and Woman Following Traveller Site Tragedy
A MAN in his 30s has been shot dead at a traveller site as cops launch an urgent murder probe.
Officers were called to the scene in Calcutt, near Cricklade, Wiltshire following reports of a shooting on Sunday morning.
A man in his 30s has been shot dead at a traveller site in Calcutt, WiltshireCredit: DANIEL JAE WEBB / STATE SIX NEWS LIMITED
The emergency services were called at around 8.15am this morningCredit: DANIEL JAE WEBB / STATE SIX NEWS LIMITED
A man, in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Officers have arrested two people – a man in his 70s and a woman in her 40s – on suspicion of possession of a firearm and assisting an offender.
They have been taken into custody for questioning.
The victim’s family has been notified.
Cops said a cordon has been put in place and a “significant policing presence” will remain in the area as officers continue their investigation.
Detective Chief Inspector Phil Walker, from the Major Crime Investigation Team, said: “This is an incredibly serious incident, and my thoughts are with the victim’s friends and family at this devastating time.
“Enquiries are ongoing at the site and in the wider area to establish the circumstances which have led to this incident and locate all the people involved.
“A cordon is in place at the site and the road leading to it has been closed to allow for enquiries to be conducted and I would ask that this is respected.
A man, in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the sceneCredit: DANIEL JAE WEBB / STATE SIX NEWS LIMITED
Cops said a cordon has been put in place and a “significant policing presence” will remain in the areaCredit: DANIEL JAE WEBB / STATE SIX NEWS LIMITED
“Those in the area will see an increased policing presence throughout the evening as enquiries continue.
“We are really keen to hear from anybody who has any information or witnessed anything suspicious this morning.
“If you can help, please contact us on 101 quoting log 95 of today’s date.”
Alternatively, information can be left 100% anonymously with Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
