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Tributes Pour in After Ann Widdecombe Dies in 'Horrific' Circumstances
The former Conservative minister and MEP was found dead at her home; Devon and Cornwall Police are investigating her death as a suspected murder.
- 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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Tributes pour in after Ann Widdecombe dies in 'horrific' circumstances
Sir Keir Starmer, Kemi Badenoch and Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke lead tributes to the former Conservative Party minister Ann Widdecombe…
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