Police launch an investigation into an ex-Labour candidate, Heather Herbert, following a social media post reacting to the death of former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe. According to reports, Herbert—described as a transgender web developer associated with the University of Aberdeen—posted on BlueSky on July 10. The post is reported to have welcomed the news of Widdecombe’s death and included remarks wishing she had suffered an “extremely painful death.” One source says the language used referred to Widdecombe as having been “murdered.” Police are reported to be probing the matter, including assessing whether the comments amount to harassment or incitement, and whether any criminal offences may have been committed. The reports characterize the post as hostile and derogatory toward Widdecombe. The investigation focuses on the online statements and the circumstances around their publication. No details of charges or outcomes are provided in the supplied accounts.