Man arrested in South Yorkshire on suspicion of Ann Widdecombe murder

People, including Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, were also seen laying memorial flowers near her home at Dartmoor National Park. Farage paid tribute to Widdecombe, telling reporters that she was a "remarkable individual" and "the fiercest defender of free speech". Widdecombe's long-time driver, Peter Horrall, also laid flowers near the scene on Saturday, telling the BBC that he "just couldn't believe" what had happened. "She was a great lady, very kind," he said, adding that "if you asked her a question, you'd get an answer - no mucking about". Politicians from across the spectrum, including outgoing Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch, expressed shock and grief over her death, commemorating her contributions to public life. Widdecombe's management team first announced the 78-year-old's death on Friday. Shortly afterwards, Assistant Chief Constable Matt Longman said counter-terrorism officers had been initially involved in the investigation. They ruled out terrorism after finding no information to believe her death was a "politically motivated crime". On Saturday, Longman said the force had decided not to release further information, including descriptions of any potential suspects or CCTV footage, for the time being. "Releasing such information prematurely could compromise ongoing enquiries and may prejudice future investigative opportunities," he said.