Aberdeen Arrest: Ann Widdecombe Death Threat Suspect's Uncle Expresses Shock

A relative of a man held on suspicion of making a death threat against former MP Ann Widdecombe has described his disbelief following the arrest. The uncle of the suspect, apprehended in Aberdeen, stated his legs 'went like jelly' when he received the news.

Police detained a 26-year-old man in Aberdeen on Tuesday, 17th October, after Ms Widdecombe, a former Conservative and Brexit Party politician, reported receiving a death threat. The individual remains in custody as investigations proceed.

Ms Widdecombe, a prominent figure in British politics for decades, has yet to issue a public statement regarding the incident. The nature of the alleged threat has not been disclosed by authorities.