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UK murder investigation: Former govt minister Widdecombe found dead at home

Al Jazeera English

July 11, 2026

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UK police are investigating the death of former MP Ann Widdecombe after her body was found at her home. A suspect arrested in connection with the case has been released, while inquiries continue. Authorities say there is no evidence of a political or terror-related motive. Al Jazeera’s Camille Nedelec reports. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #UK #UnitedKingdom #AnnWiddecombe #UKPolitics #PoliceInvestigation #BritishPolitics #CrimeInvestigation #UKNews #PublicFigure #NewsUpdate #AlJazeeraEnglish

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