Police Scotland says it is investigating a social media post that appears to “celebrate” the death of former MP Ann Widdecombe. According to reporting, the post is alleged to have been made by a staff member at the University of Aberdeen. The post reportedly described Widdecombe’s death as “good news” and expressed a wish that she had an “extremely painful death.” A Police Scotland spokesperson confirmed the force is looking into the content. The outlet reports indicate the investigation focuses on the alleged message and its intent, in line with police procedures for posts that may be threatening or hateful. The reports do not state whether any suspect has been identified publicly beyond the claim of affiliation with the University of Aberdeen, nor do they confirm any charges or formal criminal proceedings. The matter is presented as an active police inquiry into the alleged online content.
Police Scotland investigates social media post allegedly celebrating Ann Widdecombe’s death
Police Scotland says it is investigating a social media post that appears to “celebrate” the death of former MP Ann Widdecombe. According to reporting, the post is alleged to have been made by a staff...
- Police Scotland confirms it is investigating an alleged social media post related to Ann Widdecombe’s death.
- Reporting says the post is alleged to have been made by a University of Aberdeen employee.
- The post reportedly described her death as “good news.”
- The post reportedly wished that Widdecombe’s death was “extremely painful.”
- No charges or outcomes are reported; the investigation is ongoing.
A Police Scotland spokesperson confirmed the force was looking a post, allegedly made by a University of Aberdeen employee
2 hours agoThe post, allegedly made by a University of Aberdeen employee, claimed the former MP’s killing was “good news” and hoped it was an “extremely painful death”.
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