Hit-and-Run Panic in Maidstone Debunked by Police
Social media erupted with claims of a fatal hit-and-run in Maidstone on Saturday night. Rumours said two people were struck by a vehicle on Knightider Street, with some insisting one had died.
Driving Instructor Sparks False Alarm
Nicole Stevens, a local driving instructor from Bill Plant Driving School, tweeted about a “fatal hit-and-run,” fuelling panic online. Others like Sarah Terry and Catherine Casey added to the frenzy, suggesting up to two girls were involved, one allegedly dead.
Police Slam the Brakes on Rumours
Kent Police quickly stepped in to quash the false reports. A spokesman said:
“There was a collision last night at around 8:15pm in Lower Stone Street involving a male pedestrian. He was taken to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening. The driver stopped after the collision.”
So, no deaths, no critical injuries, just a scary accident with a quick response. The truth is clear: don’t believe everything you read online.
