Police are investigating a university employee over an online post that wished Ann Widdecombe an “extremely painful death,” according to reports. The individual identified in the coverage is Heather Herbert, also described as formerly an ex-Labour candidate and as a trans activist and web developer. The post is said to have been published on the social media platform Bluesky. Authorities were reportedly informed by someone who reported the content to police.
Details about the investigation, including whether any charges have been made or what specific offences are being considered, are not provided in the available reporting. The reports also do not specify the time the post was made, who submitted the complaint, or whether the employee has responded. The matter is currently framed as an investigation following a complaint about the wording of the statement. Police are continuing to review the circumstances associated with the post.
