Joshua Kerry, 28, appeared at the Old Bailey charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe and preparation of terrorist acts. The court heard he held extreme left-wing views and conducted nearly two years of research into political figures before allegedly attacking Widdecombe in her home on July 8, 2026.

A vessel, reportedly unlit and travelling at high speed, was observed on the River Thames near Isle of Dogs on Tuesday night. Emanuele Biasiol filmed the unidentified object creating a significant wash before contacting police. The Met’s terrorism squad has since sought further information.