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16-year-old boy stabbed in Chippenham dies from injuries

A 15-year-old suspect remains in custody after a fatal stabbing on London Road, with police urging witnesses to provide CCTV or dashcam footage.

  • On Saturday, a 16-year-old boy was found seriously injured on London Road, Chippenham just before 4pm and taken to hospital, Wiltshire Police said he later died from his injuries.
  • Police arrested a 15-year-old boy shortly after the stabbing and he remains in custody as inquiries continue.
  • Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Darren Ambrose said `This is a tragedy which has resulted in a young man losing his life.` The victim's next of kin have been informed and are supported by specialist officers.
  • Witnesses or anyone with CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage are asked to contact Wiltshire Police on 101 quoting log 189, or call Crimestoppers on 0800.
  • Wiltshire Police said enquiries are ongoing and this breaking news story is being updated shortly.
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Swindon Advertiser broke the news in Swindon, United Kingdom on Monday, February 2, 2026.
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