Man arrested on suspicion of murder of Ann Widdecombe

A 28-year-old white British national has been arrested in South Yorkshire, police say.

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Man arrested on suspicion of murder of Ann Widdecombe

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There was initially no suggestion of suspicious circumstances when her death was announced on Friday morning.

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BBC Published 12 July 2026

Man arrested on suspicion of murder of Ann Widdecombe

Guardian Published 11 July 2026

Man, 28, arrested over murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe

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There was initially no suggestion of suspicious circumstances when her death was announced on Friday morning.

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