A quiet Wiltshire community has been rocked by a horrific incident of domestic violence, resulting in the death of a 55-year-old woman.
Wiltshire Police were called to a distressing scene at a residential property on Leafield Way, Chippenham, on the evening of Tuesday, 17th September. Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman with fatal stab wounds. Despite the efforts of emergency services, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
The victim has been formally identified as Sandra Seagrave, a beloved member of the local community.
A swift arrest was made, and a 54-year-old man, understood to be her husband, David Seagrave, was taken into custody. He has since been charged with her murder.
Appearing at Bristol Magistrates' Court, Mr. Seagrave was remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear at Bristol Crown Court for a preliminary hearing.
The investigation is ongoing, with police forensics teams conducting a meticulous examination of the property. A police cordon remains in place as detectives work to piece together the exact circumstances that led to this tragedy.
Neighbours and locals have expressed their profound shock and devastation, describing the event as a "nightmare" and paying tribute to the victim.
This devastating incident has sent ripples of grief through Chippenham, highlighting the tragic consequences of domestic violence.
