David Hughes

A 26-year-old man was arrested in Newton Abbot on suspicion of murdering former MP and Reform UK spokeswoman Ann Widdecombe, who was found dead with serious injuries at her Devon home. Police stressed the incident is not being treated as terrorism and have urged the public to avoid speculation as investigations continue. Political leaders including Kemi Badenoch, Keir Starmer, Shabana Mahmood and Ed Davey expressed shock and condolences, while authorities appealed for information and maintained a strong police presence in the area.

Police arrested a 26‑year‑old man in Newton Abbot on suspicion of murdering former MP and Reform UK spokeswoman Ann Widdecombe, who was found dead with serious injuries at her Devon home. Authorities say the case is not terror‑related and have urged the public to avoid speculation while the investigation continues. Senior politicians including Kemi Badenoch, Keir Starmer, Shabana Mahmood and Ed Davey expressed shock and condolences, highlighting Widdecombe’s long political career and public presence. Police are conducting extensive forensic and CCTV inquiries and have appealed for any relevant information from the public.