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Police Arrest Suspect in Ann Widdecombe’s Non-Political Death

7/11/2026

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Police arrested a 26-year-old suspect in Newton Abbot, saying the killing appears unrelated to terrorism or politics.
Ann Widdecombe was found dead at a Haytor residence near Newton Abbott, Devon, on Thursday morning.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Widdecombe’s many years of public service deserved respect.
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson called her a heroic Brexiteer and praised her speaking ability on X.

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Police arrested a 26-year-old suspect in Newton Abbot, saying the killing appears unrelated to terrorism or politics.
Ann Widdecombe was found dead at a Haytor residence near Newton Abbott, Devon, on Thursday morning.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Widdecombe’s many years of public service deserved respect.
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson called her a heroic Brexiteer and praised her speaking ability on X.