Police investigating the death of former Member of Parliament Ann Widdecombe stated there is "nothing to suggest it was politically motivated." Widdecombe, 78, was found with serious injuries at her home in Haytor, Devon, on Thursday.
Devon and Cornwall Police announced the arrest of a 28-year-old white British man in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, on Saturday. The arrest was made by officers from Counter Terrorism Police North East and South Yorkshire Police on behalf of Devon and Cornwall Police.
Assistant Chief Constable Matt Longman confirmed that the investigation is not looking for any other individuals in connection with her death and that there is no perceived threat to the public. Longman also stated that there is no information to suggest the attack was terrorism-related. While investigators remain open-minded regarding a motive, initial findings do not point to a political connection.