# Ann Widdecombe attacked with hammer, court is told

A UK court heard that former Conservative politician and TV personality Ann Widdecombe was allegedly hit on the head repeatedly with a hammer. The incident is reported as part of a criminal case. It draws attention to violence against public figures and the ongoing legal proceedings.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jul/21/ann-widdecombe-was-hit-on-head-repeatedly-with-hammer-court-told) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:39:33 GMT