The Papers: 'New twist in killer hunt' and 'One of a kind Ann'
•Counter-terrorism police have taken over the investigation into Ann Widdecombe's death after new evidence emerged.
•The suspect has been re-arrested on terrorism-related charges following the shift in the case's classification.
•The change in direction has drawn criticism towards Devon and Cornwall Police for their previous statements denying a political motive.
'New twist in killer hunt' and 'One of a kind Ann'Published2 minutes agoImage caption, The majority of the papers are dominated by the investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe, which is now being led by counter terrorism police. The Metro calls the shift a "new twist" in the hunt for the person who killed the former Conservative minister turned Reform UK spokeswoman.Image caption, "Terror cops now leading Ann death probe" declares the Daily Express, reporting that the "dramatic development" on Monday occurred after new information and evidence came to light. The front page is one of several that feature a photo of footballer Jude Bellingham, ahead of Wednesday's World Cup semi-final match between England and Argentina.Image caption, According to the Guardian, the decision to treat the Widdecombe inquiry as a terror case meant that the man currently in custody on suspicion of her murder had to be re-arrested - this time, on suspicion of commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism. The paper also carries a photograph of actor Sam Neill, famed for his starring role in Jurassic Park, following his unexpected death on Monday at the age of 78.Image caption, The Daily Mail says treating the murder of Widdecombe as a politically motivated terrorist attack was a "dramatic escalation", and marked a significant U-turn from the statements put out by Devon and Cornwall Police. The paper says the change came after police discovered "items of political ideology" in their key suspect's home.Image caption, "Terror police take over Widdecombe murder inquiry" reads the headline on the Independent, which notes it comes only 24 hours after police told the public that there was "no sign" of a political motive.Image caption, The Daily Telegraph suggests that Devon and Cornwall Police are now "under fire" for their repeated insistence that Widdecombe's mu...المصدر: BBC News | Source: BBC News
→Counter-terrorism police have taken over the investigation into Ann Widdecombe's death after new evidence emerged.
→The suspect has been re-arrested on terrorism-related charges following the shift in the case's classification.
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