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Police in the UK arrest a suspect in the killing of former Parliament member Ann Widdecombe
Summary by Terrell Hills News Editorial Desk Brian Melley, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about the incident and the investigation can be found through KSAT 12's news sources, including information from Devon and Cornwall Police. She was 78 years old and had also been a reality TV contestant.
A former British member of Parliament, Ann Widdecombe, was found dead in her home in southwest England. She was 78 years old and had also been a reality TV contestant. The body was discovered on the edge of Dartmoor National Park with serious injuries.
A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Police do not believe the killing was an act of terror or politically motivated. The investigation is ongoing, with the suspect in custody.
Further details about the incident and the investigation can be found through KSAT 12's news sources, including information from Devon and Cornwall Police.
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Category: safety Published: July 10, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio Reading time: 1 min
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