Ann Widdecombe: Suspect re-arrested on suspicion of terrorism

A major development in the alleged murder of Ann Widdecombe, which is now being led by counter-terrorism police. Officers said this was after new information and evidence came to light, and follows their statement Sunday that although they remained open-minded, there was nothing to suggest it was politically motivated. [Subscribe to our Substack newsletter: https://channel4news.substack.com/sub...] The 28-year-old man who was already being held in connection with her alleged murder has been re-arrested on suspicion of commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism. The home secretary has said the suspect was not known to the Prevent anti-terror programme. Shabana Mahmood said the death of the former Conservative MP raises "questions about the security of those in public life". Other MPs called for better protection and a clampdown on social media platforms which display hateful and violent posts about politicians. ------- 0:00 - Ann Widdecombe murder suspect re-arrested on suspicion of terrorism 3:14 - Reaction from Westminster ------- Get more news at our site - https://www.channel4.com/news/ Subscribe to our Substack newsletter: https://channel4news.substack.com/sub... Follow us: TikTok -   / c4news   Instagram -   / channel4news   Twitter -   / channel4news   Facebook -   / channel4news