Murder Suspect Charged in Terror Plot Against Farage, Court Hears

Man accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe faces terror plot charges against Nigel Farage, court reveals.

October 7, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — A man charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe has also been accused of planning a terrorist attack against Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, according to court proceedings.

The defendant, Joshua Kerry, 28, appeared in Westminster Magistrates’ Court and faces allegations of conducting online reconnaissance on high-profile individuals, including identifying the home address of Farage, as disclosed in court records.

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Kerry is now set to appear in court next week, charged with engaging in conduct that constitutes preparation for acts of terrorism. The court was informed that he researched multiple prominent figures, with Farage being one of the targets.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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