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Devon murder of former MP Widdecombe sparks counter-terrorism probe

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Devon murder of former MP Widdecombe sparks counter-terrorism probe
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Former MP Ann Widdecombe was killed at her Devon home in a ‘targeted’ attack, with counter-terrorism police taking over as they probe possible motives; a 28-year-old man arrested in Rotherham on suspicion of murder was re-arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences, and investigators are pursuing multiple lines of inquiry including planning and digital forensics. A pre-recorded Talk TV interview Widdecombe gave earlier that day is being reviewed, and officials say the incident has not yet been declared a terrorist incident.

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  2. Ann Widdecombe Was Killed in ‘Targeted Attack,’ UK Police Say  The New York Times
  3. Review of MP security needed after Widdecombe death, Burnham says  BBC
  4. Killings of three British politicians in a decade shine light on febrile political mood  CNN
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