Police hunt for third suspect after fatal shooting at traveller site near Cricklade

Police are searching for a third suspect after a man was shot dead near Cricklade.

The victim, who was in his 30s, was pronounced dead at a traveller site in Calcutt, shortly after 8.15am on Sunday (2 August).

A murder investigation was launched and two people were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and possession of a firearm.

They remain in custody.

In an update this afternoon (3 August) Wiltshire Police said they were searching for a man who is believed to have had previous interaction with the victim on Saturday evening (1 August).

The force said the outstanding suspect is believed to have left the Wiltshire area.

A cordon is in place at the site and is expected to remain there over the coming days.

Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector Phil Walker, from MCIT, said: “First and foremost, my thoughts remain with the victim’s friends and family at this sad time.

“Our investigation has been continuing at pace since the incident was first reported and it is a Force priority to locate the outstanding suspect, who is thought to have left the Wiltshire area.

“I understand the concern that this incident will have caused for our local communities.

“Our officers are currently at the scene and the Mobile Police Station is in Cricklade today – if you have any concerns or questions then please don’t hesitate to speak with us.”

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