13-year-old girl arrested on suspicion of murdering a woman
A 13-year-old girl has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman died inside a house.
Police officers found a woman who was not breathing when they arrived at the house in Swindon at about 19:00 GMT on Friday, November 21, 2025, after receiving a report of a disorder.
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The woman, who was in her 50s and lived at the address in Baydon Close, Moredon, died at the scene. Her next of kin have been informed.
The 13-year-old girl was later arrested in connection with the incident and taken into custody for questioning, where she remains, Wiltshire Police said.
A spokesperson for the force said there were no other reported injuries and a cordon had been set up at the property while investigations continue.
“This is a serious incident in which a woman has sadly died,” said Det Insp Darren Ambrose.
“We appreciate the concern that this may cause the local community. If you have any concerns, please don’t hesitate to speak to an officer.”
He said police were not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident, but added there will be an increased police presence in the area.
“We would encourage people not to speculate on the circumstances around this incident,” he added.
A Similar incident
This is not the first time a very young teenager has been linked to serious violence.
Earlier this year, a 13-year-old girl in England was charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing two teachers and another pupil at a school in Carmarthenshire.
Authorities say the investigation into the Swindon case is ongoing, and they are urging the public not to speculate about what happened.
The arrest raises difficult questions about how the justice system handles underage suspects in serious crimes, and many await more details as the inquiry unfolds.
