Detectives are urgently appealing for a key witness to come forward after a knife was discarded during a dramatic police incident in Hills Terrace, Chatham.
At around 7pm on Friday, 2 May, officers detained an 18-year-old man from %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_0%% who was seen acting suspiciously. During the arrest, a motorist approached police, reporting that the %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_1%% had thrown a knife to the ground.
Officers swiftly recovered a lock knife at the scene, and the %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_2%% was taken into custody. He has since been bailed pending further %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_3%%.
Motorist Urged to Get in Touch
%%UKNIP_ANCHOR_4%% Police have now launched a public appeal to trace the motorist who witnessed the weapon being discarded.
“We believe the motorist holds vital information that could significantly aid our investigation,” a spokesperson said.
Anyone with information is urged to call 01634 792209, quoting reference 46/73160/25.
Other witnesses to the incident are also encouraged to come forward to assist officers with the ongoing enquiries.
Knife Crime Concerns in Kent
This incident highlights growing concerns over %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_5%% across Kent. Community leaders have stressed the importance of swift action and public cooperation to tackle the rising number of bladed weapon incidents.
%%UKNIP_ANCHOR_6%% continue to reassure residents that they are committed to removing weapons from the streets and ensuring the safety of local communities.
