Police say no suggestion of political motive in Widdecombe killing after new arrest

Author: bbc.co.ukPublished on: July 13, 2026Country: United Kingdom

Crime & Law

Police say no suggestion of political motive in Widdecombe killing after new arrest

A 28-year-old man was arrested in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, in connection with the killing of Widdecombe. Police say they are not looking for anyone else and that there is no suggestion of a political motive. The arrest occurred recently.

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