Police launch an investigation into Ann Widdecombe death

sundowngirl

NotSpaghetti

We do not know she was terrified.
All this is speculation.

That’s a strange comment. Who wouldn’t be terrified being attacked in their own home

We don’t know yet whether she knew, or was taken unawares though, so it’s wrong to speculate.

The Nicola Bulley thread was far from Gransnet’s finest hour, I wouldn’t want to see that repeated. Ann Widdecombe’s murder was horrific, but nothing can be gained from embroidering the facts we’ve been given to date. We will find out more very soon from those who are directly involved.

Well done to the police ... a speedy arrest.
They have said not a political motive.

NotSpaghetti

We do not know she was terrified.
All this is speculation.

That’s a strange comment. Who wouldn’t be terrified being attacked in their own home

It doesn't bear rhinking about; the fear.
It must be terrible.

We do not know she was terrified.
All this is speculation.

I can’t help but think how absolutely terrified she must’ve been…..😢

A disgruntled relative ? There was no evidence of a break-in. She probably knew her killer …… someone who had asked her for a loan and she refused …thinking aloud here

Silvershadow

I think it must be Cossy as all the papers are carrying the same story many with lots of extra information from neighbours. As to why it will come out in the eventual trial.
A terrible terrible thing for an elderly lady, regardless of who she was.

Yes I agree

I think it must be Cossy as all the papers are carrying the same story many with lots of extra information from neighbours. As to why it will come out in the eventual trial.
A terrible terrible thing for an elderly lady, regardless of who she was.

Silvershadow

On the Daily Telegraph and The Sun for those interested. Neighbours saw him leaving home at 7 am with a large stick in the car. Drove to Dartmoor. Sounds like he is the one.

👍👍 Let’s hope so.

On the Daily Telegraph and The Sun for those interested. Neighbours saw him leaving home at 7 am with a large stick in the car. Drove to Dartmoor. Sounds like he is the one.

eazybee

The information about the red car in the village came from locals and was being discussed openly on news before 9.30 this morning, so no-one was disclosing sensitive police information.

Thanks.

I really hope this wasn’t a politically motivated act, no one needs MPs to feel more insecure and I truly hope certain parties don’t attempt to turn this vile murder into any kind of “protest” or statement about certain groups being targeted.

I’m sorry Miss Widdecombe died in this manner, I wouldn’t wish this on anyone.

Those who knew her personally have all stated she was kind, funny and considerate and she was certainly a “good sport” on Strictly, as was Anton!

This needs to be dealt with swiftly by our police and CPS and her family and friends need to be able to grieve properly and celebrate her life in the way they feel appropriate.

Awful horrible crime.

eazybee

The suspect who was arrested in Rotherham drove 300miles to Haytor on the day Ann Widdecombe was murdered. He was recorded as having left the property at 7am and was seen putting a large wooden stick in the car. He is thought to have learning difficulties.Locals said they had seen a red car parked 'inappropriately' near to the Widdecombe house.
DT 4.05.today.
Ann Widdecombe joined the Brexit Party after retiring as MP in 2010, then became a spokesman for Reform, and knew Farage since they were MEPs.

I read that a garage owner reported a dark VW Golf parked suspiciously about 9am that morning with a man aged 25-30 tying his walking boots.

AGAA4

Cossy I have never seen you be either uncaring or disrespectful.

I second that ✅

The information about the red car in the village came from locals and was being discussed openly on news before 9.30 this morning, so no-one was disclosing sensitive police information.

Cossy
Yes she didn't agree with gay marriage, she was deeply religious, she held views that seemed outdated

However she did have gay friends and supported gay parliamentary candidates I heard yesterday.

She was close to quite a few gay men - several of them have talked about this on air over the last day or two.

I disagree with alot of what she championed but nobody deserves to be murdered.

eazybee

The suspect who was arrested in Rotherham drove 300miles to Haytor on the day Ann Widdecombe was murdered. He was recorded as having left the property at 7am and was seen putting a large wooden stick in the car. He is thought to have learning difficulties.Locals said they had seen a red car parked 'inappropriately' near to the Widdecombe house.
DT 4.05.today.
Ann Widdecombe joined the Brexit Party after retiring as MP in 2010, then became a spokesman for Reform, and knew Farage since they were MEPs.

Just out of interest, where did you get your info re the suspect from? It’s just that I’ve googled and cannot find such detailed info?

Luckygirl3

That really does sound premedidated and targeted.

It does to me too. And disproves my thoughts on the suspect being local and fleeing up north, something I suggested earlier.

Most peculiar but I'm confident the police will get to the bottom of it.

However, according to the BBC “ “Police investigating the alleged murder of Ann Widdecombe say there is "nothing to suggest it was politically motivated".
Devon and Cornwall Police added they are not looking for anyone else in connection with her death, following the arrest of a 28-year-old white British man in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, on Saturday.”

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BBC News
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That really does sound premedidated and targeted.

The suspect who was arrested in Rotherham drove 300miles to Haytor on the day Ann Widdecombe was murdered. He was recorded as having left the property at 7am and was seen putting a large wooden stick in the car. He is thought to have learning difficulties.Locals said they had seen a red car parked 'inappropriately' near to the Widdecombe house.
DT 4.05.today.
Ann Widdecombe joined the Brexit Party after retiring as MP in 2010, then became a spokesman for Reform, and knew Farage since they were MEPs.

AGAA4

Cossy I have never seen you be either uncaring or disrespectful.

Thank you

Sadly some will disagree with you, but I do strive to be balanced, as I think the vast majority on here do too.

Cossy I have never seen you be either uncaring or disrespectful.

And I hope it really isn’t a political grudge, there’s too much violence directed at MP’s as it is.

AGAA4

This thread is about a 78 year old woman being brutally murdered in her own home. Despite how anyone feels about her politics her violent death should be the focus here.
Best to leave disagreements aside.

Yes, of course, you’re right.

I, for one, would apologise to anyone on this thread if they feel I’ve been uncaring or disrespectful.

Happy to put my personal opinions aside and hope this vile person is apprehended very soon.