Police reopen London burglary inquiry in Ann Widdecombe murder investigation
British counterterrorism police reopened an attempted burglary investigation as they continue examining the murder of former minister Ann Widdecombe.
London, United Kingdom. British counterterrorism police said on Friday they had reopened an investigation into an attempted burglary reported in Greater London last year as part of their inquiry into the murder of former government minister Ann Widdecombe.
Widdecombe, 78, a prominent figure in Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party, was found dead at her home in rural southwest England on July 9 after being attacked the previous day.
Burglary investigation reopened
The Metropolitan Police received a report in April 2025 of an attempted burglary at an address in the Greater London area.
The force carried out enquiries with support from Counter Terrorism Policing London. No arrests were made and the investigation was subsequently closed.
New line of inquiry
Following the reopening of the attempted burglary investigation, Counter Terrorism Policing London identified a line of inquiry that had not been previously identified or pursued and which may have been relevant, senior national coordinator Vicki Evans said.
Police did not provide further details on how the attempted burglary and the murder investigation may be connected.
Murder charge
British prosecutors charged Joshua Kerry, 28, with Widdecombe’s murder on July 20.
Police said their investigation into the motive, including any possible political motivation, remains ongoing.
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