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Detectives say Ann Widdecombe’s alleged murder ‘not politically motivated’ as new details emerge
Police investigating the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe have today said they are working on the basis the incident was not politically motivated following the arrest of a suspect overnight.Devon and Cornwall Police also said that they are not treating her death as being connected to terrorism, while issuing a public address this morning.A 28-year-old white British man was arrested at an address in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, on suspicion of murder yesterday evening, with the victim's family informed.The former Conservative MP, aged 78 when she died, was found at her home in Haytor, Devon, at around 11.40am on Thursday, having sustained serious injuries. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Officers are not looking for anyone else in connection with the case.At this stage, there is nothing to suggest it was politically motivated, Assistant Chief Constable Matt Longman told the media in Exeter.He said officers are open-minded about the motive.MORE TO FOLLOW... Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter
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· Jul 8, 2026
Woman Tries to Report Neighbor for “Stealing City Water,” but Ends Up Being Arrested Instead
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MS NOW
· Jun 26, 2026
Ousted Stars and Stripes ombudsman files key lawsuit against Hegseth’s Pentagon
Jacqueline Smith’s lawyer said the case is in response to “the government’s retaliation against her over the exercise of clearly definable First Amendment rights.” The post Ousted Stars and Stripes ombudsman files key lawsuit against Hegseth’s Pentagon appeared first on MS NOW.
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· Jul 10, 2026
Sky reporter slammed for Ann Widdecombe ‘spinster’ rant after murder investigation launched
His comments were branded 'misogynistic poison'.
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