The family of Alison Connolly, who died following a fatal stabbing in Parks, Swindon, have released a picture of her.

Alison, 49, of Penhill Drive, Swindon, was stabbed following a serious assault in a communal area at the bottom of a stairway in Evelyn House on Tuesday 12th May 2015.

Three women, aged 19, 19 and 23, and all from Swindon, remain in police custody this morning after officers were granted a 36-hour extension yesterday.

Witnesses to the incident, or anybody who was in the area of Evelyn House on Tuesday between midday and 5pm, are urged to contact police on 101.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be left anonymously if preferred.