Crime · 11 July 2026

Why did police release the Widdecombe suspect?

Because he's no longer a suspect: Devon and Cornwall Police released the 26-year-old arrested on Friday, saying this morning he is no longer part of the investigation into Ann Widdecombe's death. The former minister and Reform UK spokeswoman, 78, was found dead, having sustained serious injuries, at her Dartmoor home on Thursday. Police say the murder inquiry is moving at pace, is not being treated as terrorism, and they remain open-minded on motive.

By BriefTea Editorial · 11 July 2026 at 13:54

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