LONDON (AP) — A man charged with murder in the killing of former British politician Ann Widdecombe in her home struck her 21 times on the head with a hammer,

Joshua Kerry, 28, was originally detained on suspicion of Ann Widdecombe's murder, before being re-arrested two days later on suspicion of commission, preparation or instigation…

Joshua Kerry has been charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe at her home in Devon.

Joshua Kerry, 28, has been charged after the politician was found dead in her remote Devon home

The 28-year-old has been charged with murdering Ms Widdecombe in her remote Devon home