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Joshua Kerry Charged After Attempted Break-In at Farage Home

By Drooid · Oct 8, 2026, 10:14 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Joshua Kerry was charged with preparing terrorist acts after attempting to break into Nigel Farage’s home.
He also faces a murder charge for killing former MP Ann Widdecombe on 9 July 2026.
Prosecutor Kashif Malik said DNA on a lighter-fluid bottle found on 20 April 2025 matched Kerry, who had researched Farage’s address online.
Kerry was remanded in custody and ordered to appear at the Old Bailey on Friday, heightening politician-security worries.

History

Historical Context

The Provisional IRA planted a 100-lb gelignite bomb at Brighton’s Grand Hotel on 12 October 1984, killing five and injuring more than 30 as it targeted Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher’s Conservative conference. Decades later, the 2026 Old Bailey trial of Joshua Kerry for plotting against Nigel Farage and murdering former MP Ann Widdecombe shows the enduring threat to UK politicians.

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Story summary

Joshua Kerry was charged with preparing terrorist acts after attempting to break into Nigel Farage’s home.
He also faces a murder charge for killing former MP Ann Widdecombe on 9 July 2026.
Prosecutor Kashif Malik said DNA on a lighter-fluid bottle found on 20 April 2025 matched Kerry, who had researched Farage’s address online.
Kerry was remanded in custody and ordered to appear at the Old Bailey on Friday, heightening politician-security worries.

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