Ann Widdecombe murder suspect charged with preparing terror act against Nigel Farage

You are about to be charged £0.00* *Your gift has been applied Thank you for subscribing! Ann Widdecombe murder suspect charged with preparing terror act against Nigel Farage The former Tory MP was murdered in her Devon home in July The fearless champion of Britain, its voices and its values. Join the fight for free speech and fearless journalism. By signing up you agree to our Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Community Rules. Don't Miss Most Read The person alleged to have murdered Ann Widdecombe has also been charged with preparing a terror act against Nigel Farage. Joshua Kerry, 28, has been charged with offences against the Reform UK leader for activity alleged to have taken place between May 2024 and July 2026. He was charged with one count of engaging in conduct in preparation of acts of terrorism, including against the MP, Counter Terrorism Policing confirmed. Kerry, of Byrley Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, was charged under the Terrorism Act 2006. The charge laid against the 28-year-old relates to activity alleged to have taken place between May 31, 2024, and July 8, 2026. Kerry will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on October 7, 2026. The accused is already facing a murder charge after Ms Widdecombe was found bludgeoned to death in her Devon home on July 8. Senior National Coordinator for Counter Terrorism Policing, Deputy Assistant Commissioner Vicki Evans, said: "We have been running a hugely intensive and complex investigation for some time. Joshua Kerry, 28, from Rotherham, was charged with the murder of Ms Widdecombe | PA"The charge announced today is a result of the tireless work of investigators across the Counter Terrorism Policing network. "This investigation has been led by a dedicated team of detectives, analysts, and forensic experts, working on multiple lines of enquiry, which has resulted in this very serious charge." Shabana Mahmood extended her sympathies to Mr Farage and his family after CTP announced the charge was made. "I know the new charges made today will be extremely concerning," the Home Secretary said. "My profound sympathies are with Nigel Farage and his family." She continued: "!Let no one make any mistake: an attack on anyone in politics is an attack on us all. "This case raises serious questions about the security of those in public life. We must use this as an opportunity to reset. "Once parliament returns, I will update on our work to strengthen protections for those who choose to serve." The Reform UK spokeswoman and former Tory minister died after being hit over the head with a hammer 21 times at her home in Haytor on Dartmoor, a court previously heard. Kerry was arrested in Rotherham, some 300 miles away from Ms Widdecombe's property. LATEST DEVELOPMENTS: The 28-year-old was arrested for the Tory minister's murder and has now been re-arrested for the preparation of a terror plot against the Clacton MP. Ms Widdecombe joined the Brexit Party in 2019 after serving in Government as a Conservative minister. She later joined Reform UK in 2023, becoming Mr Farage's immigration and justice spokeswoman for the party. After Ms Widdecombe was murdered, counter terror police re-launched an inquiry into an attack on Mr Farage's London property in April 2025. The police force initially told the Reform leader that security cameras did not capture the suspect at this London home. But further examination by counter-terror police found the suspect and their car had been spotted "over an extended period", The Telegraph revealed earlier this week. The officer who originally reviewed the footage was subsequently placed under investigation by the police watchdog. The IOPC is now investigating whether the officer in question could be found guilty of discreditable conduct.