Timeline of attack revised: Ann Widdecombe believed to have been assaulted nearly a day before death, police search for suspect

Police investigating the death of former MP Ann Widdecombe now believe she was attacked at her home nearly 24 hours before her body was discovered on Thursday, according to multiple reports. STV News reported that Widdecombe was found dead at her home after sustaining serious injuries, prompting a manhunt for a suspect.

"Police believe Ann Widdecombe was attacked in her home nearly 24 hours before she was found dead - and are hunting for a white male suspect."

The thenorthernecho added that authorities are actively searching for a white male suspect in connection with the attack, though no arrests have been reported. The revised timeline marks a significant shift in the investigation, as earlier reports had not suggested such a lengthy gap between the assault and the discovery of her body.

"Ann Widdecombe was found dead at her home on Thursday after sustaining serious injuries."

Channel 4 News reported that Nigel Farage paid his respects at Widdecombe's home, underscoring the former MP's political legacy. The Bolton News and MyJoyOnline similarly echoed police statements that the attack occurred approximately 24 hours before her body was found, though further details on the circumstances remain limited.

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