A 28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former MP Ann Widdecombe is being described by neighbours as a reclusive figure whose 'dad did everything for him', as police continue to investigate the killing at her remote Dartmoor home.
Widdecombe, 78, was found dead at her bungalow in Haytor, Devon, on Thursday morning, having suffered serious injuries. Devon and Cornwall Police believe she was attacked around midday on Wednesday and have launched a major murder inquiry focused on the period before and after that suspected assault.