Ann WiddecombeCounter-terrorism police are now leading on the investigation into Ann Widdecombe’s suspected murder.
It comes after a 28-year-old white British male was arrested in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, on Saturday in connection with her death.
Police previously said there was “nothing to suggest” Widdecombe’s death was politically-motivated.
The former Tory minister and later Reform UK spokesperson was found dead at her home in Hayton on Dartmoor on Thursday following sustaining serious injuries.
In a statement on X, home secretary Shabana Mahmood said: “Following new information and evidence, they are now leading on the investigation into the horrific murder of Ann Widdecombe.
“The police are pursuing multiple lines of enquiry to establish the motivation for this attack.
“I will be updating the House further this afternoon. My thoughts today remain with Ann’s family and friends,...
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