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British Politician Ann Widdecombe Was Murdered with a Hammer, Prosecutors Say
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Ann Widdecombe, a right-wing British politician, was fatally attacked with a hammer, receiving 21 blows to the head during a lunchtime assault at her home on July 8.
- The suspect, 28-year-old Joshua Kerry from Rotherham, appeared briefly in Westminster magistrates court and was remanded in custody until October 9.
- Security footage revealed the attacker entered Widdecombe's home, asked for bank cards and ID, then struck her multiple times before stealing her wallet and leaving within approximately two minutes.
- Prosecutors did not disclose any information regarding the motive behind the attack.
