Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in his 30s who was fatally shot at a traveller site in Calcutt, Wiltshire. The incident occurred around 8:15 a.m. on Sunday, prompting an urgent response from emergency services.
Wiltshire Police received a report from the South Western Ambulance Service and dispatched officers to the scene. Despite efforts to save him, the victim was pronounced dead at the location. His family has been notified.
As part of the investigation, a man in his 70s and a woman in her 40s have been arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm and assisting an offender. Both suspects have been taken into custody for questioning.
A cordon has been established at the traveller site, and a significant police presence remains in the area as investigators work to determine the full circumstances surrounding the shooting. Detective Chief Inspector Phil Walker stated that enquiries are ongoing at the site and in the wider area to establish the events leading to the incident.
Authorities are appealing to the public for information and are asking anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious or has any details related to the incident to come forward. Information can be reported to Wiltshire Police by calling 101, quoting log 95, or anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.