Death still being investigated as girl, 13, on bail

An investigation into the death of a woman continues as a 13-year-old girl remains on bail after being arrested on suspicion of murder, police say.

Sarah Forrester, 55, was found not breathing when officers arrived at her house on Baydon Close in Moredon, Swindon, at about 19:00 GMT on Friday.

She was later declared dead at the scene, Wiltshire Police said. Earlier, the force said her cause of death remained unexplained.

Detectives said they were not looking for anyone else in connection with Ms Forrester's death and urged people not to speculate on the circumstances.

Ms Forrester worked as a counsellor at The Kelly Foundation, a Swindon charity which supports individuals with severe anxiety, depression and other mental health issues.

Colleagues and neighbours described her as a "thoughtful, considerate and caring" woman who often put others before herself.

Supt Mike Vass, of Wiltshire Police, said: "We appreciate the significant impact this incident has had on the local community and wider town and we would encourage anyone who has any concerns or needs additional support to reach out to their local neighbourhood team."

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Correction - 27 November 2025: An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated the coroner had ruled Ms Forrester's death was inconclusive. This has been amended.

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