A woman was arrested after it was reported that a pensioner had a large amount of cash stolen while using an ATM in Maidstone

On the 31st of January 2023, the victim went into Lloyds Bank on Week Street and inserted his card into a cashpoint.

He was interrupted at this point by a man who began speaking to him. The victim, who is in his 70s, later discovered that £500 had been withdrawn without his knowledge.

The Kent Crime Squad launched an investigation, and on Thursday, March 9, a woman was arrested in connection with the incident.

Chantal Ahmed, of Mayville Road, Ilford, Greater London, was later charged with fraud conspiracy.

On Friday, March 10, the 54-year-old appeared in Medway Magistrates’ Court and was remanded to Maidstone Crown Court on April 5.