Uncle of Ann Widdecombe suspect says he 'nearly fell to floor' over arrest
Summary
Ann Widdecombe, a former British MP, was found dead at her home after being attacked on July 8. A 28-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of her murder and possible terrorism-related acts, with police calling it a "targeted attack" and investigating the motive.Key Facts
- Ann Widdecombe was found dead at her home in Haytor, Devon, on July 9 after an attack.
- She was 78 years old and had served as a Conservative MP and as a minister in the 1990s.
- A 28-year-old white British man was arrested in South Yorkshire on suspicion of murder and terrorism-related crimes.
- Police believe Widdecombe’s killing was a planned, targeted attack.
- The suspect’s uncle described him as a quiet, gentle boy and was shocked by the arrest.
- The suspect had been living with his father until his father’s recent death.
- Neighbors noted the suspect rarely left his home after his father died.
- The murder investigation has raised public concern about the safety of political figures.
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