The 33-year-old man who was stabbed to death in a field in Gorse Hill has been named locally.
Tributes have been paid to Lee Turner after he suffered a single knife wound and died at the scene on Sunday.
Flowers have been left along with pictures of Lee on the field off May Close.
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One person said on Facebook: “RIP Lee Turner, you were always there when I need you, you always had my back”
Another added: “Can’t even believe what I’ve just seen. You didn’t deserve to go. Rest in peace, to a good friend who you could always turn to.”
Wiltshire Police launched a murder enquiry on Sunday and said yesterday they are continuing their enquiries at a “rapid pace”.
No suspects have yet been arrested.
Friends and family are planning a lantern release in his honour on Saturday at 6.30pm in Coate Water. People have also been invited to light a candle.
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