Police arrest suspect in killing of former UK minister Ann Widdecombe
Summary
British police arrested a 26-year-old man on suspicion of killing Ann Widdecombe, a former UK Conservative minister and Reform UK politician. Police said the killing does not appear to be linked to terrorism or political reasons.Key Facts
- Ann Widdecombe, aged 78, was found dead in her home in southwest England with serious injuries.
- A 26-year-old White British man was arrested in Newton Abbot, near Widdecombe’s home.
- Police said there is no information suggesting the murder was politically motivated or related to terrorism.
- Widdecombe was known for her socially conservative views and roles in UK politics under the Conservative Party and Reform UK.
- Police arrived at her home shortly after midday on Thursday and have conducted forensic examinations.
- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer paid tribute to Widdecombe’s long public service.
- Two UK members of parliament have been murdered in the last decade: Jo Cox in 2016 and David Amess in 2021.
- Widdecombe also appeared on the TV show "Strictly Come Dancing" and served as a member of the European Parliament for the Brexit Party between 2019 and 2020.
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