Detectives investigating the death of Ann Widdecombe have said there is "nothing to suggest it was politically motivated." This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing The Guardian.
A 28-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of the murder of the former Conservative MP at an address in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. Police said they were not looking for anyone else in connection with Widdecombe's death.
Ann Widdecombe was a prominent figure in British politics. She served as Conservative MP for Maidstone and The Weald from 1997 to 2010. Later, she joined the Brexit Party and was elected as a Member of the European Parliament in the 2019 elections. Widdecombe was also known as a television and radio presenter.
The investigation is ongoing. Further details have not been released at this time.