UK police make new arrest over killing of former politician Ann Widdecombe - AP News
British police have arrested a 28-year-old man in connection with the murder of former politician Ann Widdecombe. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities confirming no current link to terrorism.
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The death of a former high-profile politician has prompted concerns regarding the safety of public figures in the UK.
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LONDON (AP) — British police arrested a 28-year-old man late Saturday on suspicion of murder over the death of former politician and reality TV contestant Ann Widdecombe .
Devon and Cornwall Police said the suspect was arrested in South Yorkshire county in northern England, more than 200 miles (320 kilometers) from the southwest England village where Widdecombe was found dead on Thursday.
Earlier, police released a 26-year-old man arrested Friday a few miles from the scene of the attack, saying he was no longer under investigation. The force said detectives are working “at a significant pace” to find the killer, and they don’t believe there is a risk to the public.
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