Crime & Safetyscore 787·8 metrosupdated 15h ago

Former UK Minister Ann Widdecombe Murdered in Hammer Attack

Ann Widdecombe, a former UK government minister, was brutally murdered at her home, struck 21 times with a hammer. Joshua Kerry, 28, has been charged with her murder, and authorities are investigating potential political motives behind the attack.

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