Police investigating whether Ann Widdecombe suspect had plans to target other Reform politicians

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15 Jul 2026 • 6:14 AM MYT
The Independent
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Police investigating whether Ann Widdecombe suspect had plans to target other Reform politicians

  • As part of their probe into the death of Ann Widdecombe, police are investigating whether the suspect had plans to target any other Reform UK politicians.
  • Counter Terrorism Policing head Laurence Taylor said the question would "form a line of investigation" and that police would work to ensure all politicians are properly protected.
  • It comes after The Times newspaper reported that detectives discovered material suggesting that political ideology could be a factor in the motive.
  • Mr Taylor also said the attack on Ms Widdecombe last week was "clearly targeted".
  • A man, 28, was arrested in Rotherham on Saturday on suspicion of murder. He has since been re-arrested on suspicion of commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism.

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