An investigation into the death of former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe has led UK newspapers, with police stating they do not believe the killing was politically motivated. Counter-terrorism officers have ruled out a political motive.
Newspaper headlines such as "Widdecombe murder inquiry" and "Strike Norse" led Saturday's papers. The Sun reported "Ann 'beaten to death,'" while the Independent's headline stated "Murder arrest after Ann Widdecombe found dead at home." The i Weekend reported "Widdecombe murdered at her home, police believe," and the Daily Mail featured "'Abject terror' of murdered Widdecombe."
Separately, at least 12 people died in wildfires in Almería, Spain, with authorities believing four of the deceased to be British. The incident is described as one of Spain's deadliest wildfires.