Police are investigating whether Joshua Kerry, the man charged with the murder of former politician Ann Widdecombe, had any role in an attempted burglary last year at Nigel Farage's then London home, according to the Guardian.
Key facts
- Joshua Kerry, 28, from Rotherham, has been charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe.
- Ann Widdecombe, 78, was killed at her Devon home in July.
- Kerry was charged following an investigation by counter-terrorism police.
- Police are now examining whether Kerry was linked to an attempted burglary last year at Nigel Farage's then London home.
Police are investigating whether Joshua Kerry, the man charged with the murder of former Reform UK and Conservative politician Ann Widdecombe, had any role in an attempted burglary last year at the then London home of Nigel Farage, according to the Guardian.
Kerry, 28, from Rotherham, was charged with the murder of Widdecombe, 78, who was killed at her Devon home in July. The charge followed an investigation carried out by counter-terrorism police.
The Guardian reports that officers are now looking into whether Kerry can be linked to the alleged attempted burglary at Farage’s former home, which took place last year. Farage is the leader of Reform UK.
The reported inquiry suggests investigators are examining possible connections between the two incidents involving prominent figures, though the source does not detail what evidence, if any, links Kerry to the earlier alleged burglary.
No further details about the outcome of the murder charge or the burglary investigation were provided in the source material.
Why it matters
The case involves the killing of a well-known former politician and a possible link to the leader of a major political party, raising questions about the security of public figures. The involvement of counter-terrorism police signals the seriousness with which authorities are treating the investigation.
Frequently asked questions
Who has been charged with Ann Widdecombe's murder?
Joshua Kerry, 28, from Rotherham, has been charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, according to the Guardian.
What are police now investigating?
Police are investigating whether Kerry had any role in an attempted burglary last year at Nigel Farage's then London home, according to the Guardian.
When and where was Ann Widdecombe killed?
Widdecombe, 78, was killed at her Devon home in July, following an investigation by counter-terrorism police.