Devon and Cornwall Police
Coverage of Devon and Cornwall Police in the Nexus archive.
- Police arrest man who threatened to shoot Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage
A man was arrested for threatening to shoot Nigel Farage on social media, following concerns about politician security after Ann Widdecombe's killing. The suspect was released on bail, and the Reform UK party has called for better protection for its members.
- Police arrest man who threatened to shoot Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage
A man was arrested for threatening to shoot Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage on social media, amid heightened concerns over politician security following the killing of Ann Widdecombe, a former member of Parliament. The Metropolitan Police arrested the suspect on suspicion of sending threatening communications, while counterterror police are investigating Widdecombe's death after new evidence emerged.
- UK police say former politician and TV personality Ann Widdecombe was killed in ‘targeted attack’
Ann Widdecombe, a former politician and TV personality, was killed in a targeted attack. A 28-year-old man is in custody on suspicion of murder and terror crimes. Counterterror police now lead the investigation, which was initially handled by Devon and Cornwall Police.
- UK counterterrorism police take over former minister’s murder investigation
UK counterterrorism police have taken over the investigation into the murder of former minister Ann Widdecombe. A 28-year-old British man from Rotherham was arrested on suspicion of murder and terrorism. Police are examining if ideology or extremist motivations were involved in the attack.
- Ann Widdecombe death probed by counterterrorism police
Counterterrorism police are investigating the death of former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe, with a 28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder and terrorism. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood indicated police are considering a terrorist motive, reversing earlier statements that ruled out political motivations.
- UK police rearrest the suspect in Ann Widdecombe killing on terrorism suspicion
UK police rearrest a 28-year-old man in custody on terrorism suspicion following the killing of former politician Ann Widdecombe. Initially not considered terror-related, new evidence led to Counter Terrorism Policing taking over the investigation.
- Police warn Widdecombe murder speculation is ‘unhelpful and distressing’
Police urge against speculation in Ann Widdecombe's murder investigation, stating it is unhelpful and distressing. Nigel Farage labeled the killing 'premeditated murder,' but authorities confirmed no political motivation.
- New arrest in death of Ann Widdecombe
A 28-year-old white British man has been arrested in South Yorkshire on suspicion of murdering Ann Widdecombe, who was found with serious injuries at her home in Haytor, Devon. Police confirmed there is no indication the incident is terrorism-related, and Counter Terrorism Policing assisted in the arrest.
- UK police release man arrested over killing of former politician Ann Widdecombe
A man arrested in connection with the killing of Ann Widdecombe has been released by UK police. Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed he is no longer under investigation.
- UK police release man arrested over killing of former politician Ann Widdecombe
UK police released a 26-year-old man arrested as a suspect in the killing of Ann Widdecombe, a former member of Parliament and reality TV contestant. Widdecombe, 78, was found dead in her rural home, and detectives continue to investigate the incident. The death has caused shock in British politics, with leaders expressing distress over the attack.
- UK police release man arrested over killing of former politician Ann Widdecombe
UK police released a 26-year-old man arrested as a suspect in the killing of Ann Widdecombe, a former member of Parliament and reality TV contestant. The death occurred in her rural home on Dartmoor National Park, and the investigation continues, with police stating the case is not linked to terrorism or political motives.
- Ann Widdecombe investigation: police release man arrested on suspicion of former MP’s murder – latest updates
A 26-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering Ann Widdecombe has been released from custody and is no longer part of the investigation. Devon and Cornwall police continue 'numerous inquiries' into the case.
- Man arrested on suspicion of Ann Widdecombe’s murder is released
A 26-year-old man arrested on suspicion of the murder of Ann Widdecombe has been released and is no longer part of the investigation, according to Devon and Cornwall police. The police stated their focus remains on identifying those responsible and examining all evidence.
- Man arrested on suspicion of murdering ex-UK minister Ann Widdecombe
A 26-year-old British man was arrested on suspicion of murdering Ann Widdecombe, a 78-year-old former UK minister and Reform UK politician found dead with serious injuries. The arrest occurred in Newton Abbot, southwest England, and police stated no connection to other incidents.
- Murder probe launched into suspicious death of former British minister Ann Widdecombe
A murder investigation has begun after Ann Widdecombe, a former member of Parliament, was found dead with serious injuries at her home in southwest England. Police are seeking a white male suspect and described the circumstances as 'extremely distressing.'
- Police investigating death of Ann Widdecombe as murder
Police in southwest England are investigating the death of Ann Widdecombe as murder after she was found with serious injuries in her Devon home. Authorities describe the suspect as a white male and have appealed for information. Political figures, including Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch, paid tribute to Widdecombe.