Detectives have charged two men following a deadly collision in Gillingham on Monday, 29 December 2025.

Deadly Crash on A289 Gads Hill

The tragic accident happened around 12.10pm on the A289 Gads Hill. A grey Mercedes estate struck Thomas Wallace who is 89 years old, before fleeing the scene.

The vehicle was later found abandoned on Eastcourt Lane. The two occupants had fled on foot.
Both Albanian nationals have been remanded to appear at Medway Magistrates’ Court on 2 January 2026.

Police Appeal for Witnesses and Footage

Detectives are urging anyone with information to come forward. Witnesses and those with dashcam or CCTV footage are asked to contact police on 01622 798538 or email [email protected], quoting reference EW/LB/093/25.

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Footage can also be uploaded here.

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