Ann Widdecombe Found Dead After Hammer Attack, Court Hears

Ann Widdecombe was found dead in her garden after being hit on the head with a hammer 21 times, prosecutors told Westminster Magistrates’ Court.

Brit Brief 21/07/2026 13:03

Ann Widdecombe Found Dead After Hammer Attack, Court Hears — Ann Widdecombe Found Dead After Hammer Attack

Ann Widdecombe was found dead in her garden after being struck on the head with a hammer 21 times at her home in Devon on July 8, prosecutors have told Westminster Magistrates’ Court.

Details of the Case

The court heard that the former politician and television personality died from multiple blows to the head. The attack took place at her residence in Devon.

Prosecutors presented the case at Westminster Magistrates’ Court, outlining the circumstances of her death.