Dartmoor community in 'total shock' after Ann Widdecombe 'murder'

The Dartmoor community of Haytor was said to be in a state of ‘total shock’ after the death of former politician Ann Widdecombe.

Police have confirmed a murder inquiry has been launched after local celebrity Miss Widdecombe was found dead at her home at Haytor.

A villager said: “She did not have many friends, people you could call close friends, but there is complete shock to what has happened.

“All the lanes around her house are at a standstill because of police activity.”

Miss Widdecombe lived at a detached house in its own grounds in the shadow of Haytor called Widdecombe’s Rest