Suspect arrested on suspicion of murder after man stabbed near Salisbury

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A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following an incident at Longhedge this morning (3rd May).

Police said in a statement, "We responded to reports that a man had been stabbed in Davies Road at 7.52am.

"The victim, a man aged in his 50s, died at the scene. His family are being supported by specialist officers and our thoughts are with them at this hard time.

"A 21-year-old man from Durrington was arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in custody and our enquiries are ongoing.

"There is no wider risk to the public.

"A smaller cordon will remain in Davies Road overnight."

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