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Police in UK arrest suspect in killing of former member of Parliament
Detectives say the inquiry is in its early stages and not being treated as terrorism, while a 26-year-old British man remains in custody.
- On Thursday, July 9, police found former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe dead at her Haytor home in Devon, prompting Devon and Cornwall Police to launch a murder investigation. Officers are searching for a white male suspect.
- Widdecombe, 78, served as a Conservative MP from 1987 to 2010 before becoming a Brexit Party MEP and Reform UK spokesperson. She also gained fame through media appearances, including on BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing in 2010.
- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer called the death "really shocking news" and described Widdecombe as a "distinguished politician." Cloud9 Management said they were "absolutely devastated by this news following a very traumatic and upsetting 24 hours."
- Detective Chief Inspector Ilona Rosson stated the murder inquiry is "moving at a significant pace" with all necessary resources deployed. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood urged the public to "avoid speculation" while the Home Office stands ready to support the investigation.
- Safe Haven for Donkeys, where Widdecombe served as patron since 2002, honored her "unwavering support and friendship over so many years." The charity highlighted her fundraising dedication through appearances on Celebrity Chase and other television programmes.
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Former MP and Reality TV Star Ann Widdecombe Found Killed at Her Home, Man Arrested
The well-known television personality and conservative mainstay was a household name across the pond; police have arrested a man and said there was likely no political motive.
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Police in the UK arrest a suspect in the killing of former Parliament member Ann Widdecombe
British police have arrested a suspect in the killing of Ann Widdecombe, a former British member of Parliament and reality TV contestant. Widdecombe, who was 78, was found dead in her home in southwest England on Thursday with serious injuries.…
78-year-old Ann Widecombe was found dead with severe injuries. Mysterious death concerns politics and the population.
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Gyilkosság miatt inditot nyomozást a brit rendőrség Ann Widdecombe halála ügyében. Egy 26 éves ferfit őrizetbe vettek.
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