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A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 20-year-old woman was fatally stabbed in a hairdressers.A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 20-year-old woman was fatally stabbed in a hairdressers.
Hollie Gazzard was attacked by a man in Fringe Benefits in Southgate Street, Gloucester, at about 18:00 GMT on Tuesday. Hollie Gazzard was attacked at work in Fringe Benefits and La Bella Beauty in Southgate Street, Gloucester, at about 18:00 GMT on Tuesday.
She was taken to Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, where she died. Her family said she was a "beautiful, happy and loving girl".
A 22-year-old man was arrested in the early hours of Wednesday is currently in custody at Cheltenham Police Station.A 22-year-old man was arrested in the early hours of Wednesday is currently in custody at Cheltenham Police Station.
Gloucestershire Police said it is believed that the victim and the alleged attacker knew each other. Gloucestershire Police said it was believed Miss Gazzard knew her alleged attacker.
The hairdresser is based between an Italian restaurant, Topoly's, and the Scoot 69 scooter shop, with student flats owned by Hartpury College, near Gloucester above. 'Brightest star'
Following the attack Miss Gazzard was taken to Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, where she died.
The hairdressers is based between an Italian restaurant, Topoly's, and the Scoot 69 scooter shop, with student flats owned by Hartpury College, near Gloucester, above.
Neighbour Alec Rosam said: "I heard screaming and shouting, because I live in the flats behind.Neighbour Alec Rosam said: "I heard screaming and shouting, because I live in the flats behind.
"Then I saw four police cars and an ambulance and I knew then that there was something wrong and something going on - and [that] it was very serious for an ambulance and four police cars to be involved.""Then I saw four police cars and an ambulance and I knew then that there was something wrong and something going on - and [that] it was very serious for an ambulance and four police cars to be involved."
The area has been taped off by police for forensic examination. Forensics officers are examining the salon, which has been taped off.
Acting Ch Insp Neil Smith said: "Gloucester is a safe place to live, work and visit and this type of incident is rare. In a statement Miss Gazzard's family said: "Hollie was full of life and we are very proud of her. She was at the beginning of her life and to have it taken away in this manner is very hard to bear.
"Officers are still in the area carrying out inquiries. If you were in the area and saw something we would ask you to contact police as soon as possible. "Everybody she came in contact with loved her, enjoyed her company, her happy nature and her sense of fun.
"We're also working to put those who were in the salon at the time of the incident in contact with the relevant support agencies as we understand what they saw would have had a significant impact on them. "The world has lost a treasure, she was so loved by all her family and friends and the brightest star in their lives has now gone out.
"The only comfort we have at this time is that Hollie is now free and at peace and that no harm can ever come to her as she lives with the angels in heaven."
'Beautiful girl'
Acting Ch Insp Neil Smith of Gloucestershire Police has been reassuring the public that Gloucester is a "safe place" and that this type of incident is rare.
Floral tributes have been left by the police cordon and friends have left messages on social-networking sites.
Writing on Twitter, Stephanie Anne wrote: "RIP Hollie Gazzard such a beautiful girl!! Gonna be truly missed babe xxxxxxx."
Mike Conley wrote: "Life is precious, live every single day to the full. If you love someone tell them. Hollie Gazzard you are beautiful inside and out. RIP."
Stephanie Carter added: "RIP to a beautiful girl. You were truly an amazing person! This world is too cruel."
On Fringe Benefits' website, Miss Gazzard is described as a hair designer at the salon.
An accompanying description, apparently written by Miss Gazzard, says that she began working as a hairdresser aged 16, after being offered an apprenticeship in a Gloucester salon.
It reads: "I am a very passionate individual and take great pride in my work so can offer all my clients a unique professional and personal experience.
"I have recently worked on a cruise ship which was an enlightening experience but was not for me. I am now back in my home city and very excited to join Fringe Benefits and be part of their lovely team.
"I enjoy spending my free time with friends and family and going on shopping trips. I also like to keep fit and own a Pomeranian which keeps me on my toes."