An air ambulance landed in Cheriton near Folkestone this afternoon following an incident near Martello...

Published: 9:23 pm January 24, 2025
Updated: 12:22 pm October 8, 2025
Air Ambulance Lands in Cheriton Following Incident

An air ambulance landed in Cheriton near Folkestone this afternoon following an incident near Martello House on Shearway Road.

Emergency services were called to the area at around 4:30pm, with reports indicating a serious situation prompted the air ambulance’s arrival. The office block where the helicopter landed is believed to be used by the UK Border Agency.

Details surrounding the incident remain scarce, with police and emergency teams on the scene to investigate. The precise nature of the incident has not yet been confirmed, and authorities are expected to provide further updates as investigations progress.

Local residents reported seeing the air ambulance land, and emergency services remained in the area for a period of time to manage the situation.

No further information is available regarding any potential injuries, and inquiries are ongoing.

The public is urged to avoid the area while emergency services complete their work.

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