THE woman murdered in Swindon last night has this morning been named as 44-year-old Dawn Williams.

Her body was discovered at her home in Fosse Close, Rodbourne, at 7.15pm.

Neighbours have today described the shock and sadness experienced by others in the road at the news.

Manmohan Nandhra said: "It is shocking to have something like this happen in our quiet street."

Forensic experts are expected to search the house today. A 42-year-old man is helping police with their inquiries.