Ann Widdecombe killed in 'targeted attack' as counter-terrorism police continue to work on motive

Jul 14, 2026 - 16:17
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Ann Widdecombe killed in 'targeted attack' as counter-terrorism police continue to work on motive


Politician Ann Widdecombe was killed in a "targeted attack", counter-terrorism police have confirmed.

Miss Widdecombe, 78, a Reform UK spokeswoman and Brexit Party MEP was found dead in her home in Devon on Thursday.


A 28-year-old British man was arrested on suspicion of murder on Saturday, with counter-terrorism police taking over the investigation yesterday.

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