Ex-UK government minister Ann Widdecombe was hit with a hammer 21 times, prosecutors say
Summary
A man named Joshua Kerry was charged with murdering former British politician Ann Widdecombe by hitting her 21 times in the head with a hammer at her home in southwest England. Police are investigating whether the attack was connected to political or terrorist motives.Key Facts
- Ann Widdecombe was attacked with a hammer 21 times on the head.
- She was found dead at her home after missing a planned TV interview.
- Joshua Kerry, 28, was arrested more than 250 miles away and charged with murder and possible terrorism.
- Police continue to investigate Kerry’s motive, including possible political or terrorist links.
- Widdecombe was a former Member of Parliament and government minister known for conservative views.
- She gained public attention through reality TV and later joined the Brexit Party and Reform UK.
- The attack has raised concerns about the safety of politicians after previous murders in the UK.
- Widdecombe’s death occurred in the village of Haytor, near Dartmoor National Park, England.
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