Elderly Man Dies in Scania Tipper Collision in Sturry
Investigators are continuing to appeal for witnesses after a man died following a collision near Canterbury [block_2] Kent Police was called to a collision involving a white Scania Tipper lorry and a pedestrian at the junction of Sturry Hill and Island Road, Sturry at around 12.20pm on Friday 19 January 2024.
Elderly Pedestrian Hit by Lorry in Sturry: Kent Police Investigate
Investigators are appealing for witnesses following a collision near Canterbury in which a man sustained serious injuries [block_2] Kent Police was alerted to a collision involving a white Scania Tipper lorry and a pedestrian at the junction of Sturry Hill and Island Road, Sturry at around 12.20pm on Friday 19 January 2024.
M2 Closed Coastbound Following Single Vehicle Collision in Kent
County Kent – The M2 motorway in Kent is currently closed coastbound between Junction 5 (Maidstone) and Junction 6 (Faversham) due to a single-vehicle collision involving a car. The incident has prompted a carriageway closure, resulting in expected delays for road users in the area. [block_2] Kent Police are actively managing the situation at the […]
Kent Police officers made nearly 400 arrests as part of the annual drink and drug driving campaign
Between 1 December 2023 and 1 January 2024, officers from the Roads Policing Unit took a proactive approach to identify offending as part of the national initiative aimed at reducing the number of people killed or seriously injured on the country’s roads. [block_2] Officers requested roadside breath tests from all drivers who committed a road […]
Margate Street Robbers Jailed for Over 10 Years
Two men who carried out street robberies in Margate have been jailed for a total of more than 10 years. [block_2] Kieran Martin and Luke Tudor robbed a taxi driver and two men carrying their shopping in the town in March 2022.
Officers investigating a robbery in Margate are appealing to any witnesses or people with CCTV footage to come forward
Shortly after 8pm on Monday 8 January 2024, a teenage boy was approached by a group of around eight people near the Park Crescent entrance to Dane Park. [block_2] He was reportedly assaulted before the group stole his bag and phone and left the area.
Multiple Vehicle Collision on A2 Westbound Causes Road Closure
A serious collision involving multiple vehicles, including an electric car, has resulted in the closure of the A2 westbound carriageway. The incident occurred between the A2050 near Canterbury (west) and M2 Junction 7. [block_2] Emergency services, including Kent Police, swiftly responded to the scene to assess the situation and provide assistance to those involved. The […]
First Crime Scene Pictures: Ashford Town Centre Cordoned Off After Woman’s Unexplained Death
A significant portion of Ashford’s town centre has been cordoned off by the police following the discovery of a woman’s body under unexplained circumstances. The incident prompted the closure of Ashford’s high street, spanning from Bank Street to Station Road. [block_2] The incident unfolded when Police received a call at 11:20 pm on the previous […]
Swale Theft Spree Suspect Charged with 16 Counts, Due in Court
A suspect has been charged with multiple thefts in Swale and is remanded to appear at court. Between 29 June and 19 December 2023, Kent Police received reports of 16 shoplifting offences at stores in Queenborough, Sheerness and Bobbing. The businesses targeted were Aldi, B&M Bargains and the Co-op. Property allegedly stolen included quantities of […]
Members of a Kent-based organised crime group responsible for the mass supply of cocaine have been jailed for a total of more than 100 years
Ten people admitted being part of the movement of 250 kilos of cocaine worth in excess of £15 million between 2019 and 2022. Officers from the Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate were first alerted to the criminality when they seized a phone in 2020 during a separate investigation. [block_2] International operation
Kent Police Responds to Collision Involving Car and Motorcyclist in Ashford
Kent Police swiftly responded to a collision between a car and a motorcyclist that occurred on Chart Road in Ashford at approximately 3:56 pm on Thursday, January 18. The incident required immediate attention from both law enforcement and paramedics, resulting in the temporary closure of the road. [block_2] Collision and Emergency Response
An arrest has been made in connection with an early morning assault in Canterbury
The victim, a man in his twenties, was with two friends when he was approached by a group of around seven men, who punched and kicked him to the ground. The victim managed to leave the area and report the attack to police. [block_2] He suffered head injuries that required hospital treatment.
A life sentence has been imposed on a murderer who killed a homeless man in a Canterbury car park
Three men who helped cover up after the attack have also been jailed for a combined total of eight years and eight months. [block_2] Following a trial at Canterbury Crown Court in November 2023, Sobantu Sibanda was found guilty of the murder of 51-year-old Guy Malbec, who had been staying in a car park in […]
Dartford Bus Driver Racially Abused CCTV Image Released
Officers investigating a report that a bus driver was racially abused in Dartford have issued a CCTV image. The incident happened at around 9.50pm on Thursday 7 December 2023 in The Brent, after a man is alleged to have refused to pay his fare and went on to cause a disturbance. [block_2] Inspector Nicholas Grainger […]
Neighbourhood Task Force Engages Women on Safety Concerns
Officers from Kent Police have been engaging with women and girls in Tonbridge as part of ongoing work to further enhance their safety [block_2] On Thursday 11 January, constables spoke to almost 50 females, to gain a wider understanding of how safe they feel in the areas they live, work, and socialise.
A suspected burglar has been charged in connection with the theft of three paintings from a house in Sevenoaks
The burglary happened between Wednesday 3 and Thursday 4 January 2024, at an address in Kippington Road. It is alleged three paintings were stolen, along with various items of jewellery and ornaments. The keys to a Saab were also taken and the vehicle was then stolen from the driveway. [block_2] Following the break-in, a media […]
Witnesses are sought following a fatal collision in Sheerness
At around 6.48pm on Wednesday 17 January 2024, a collision involving a black VW golf and a pedestrian took place in Marine Parade, near to the entrance to Barton’s Point Coastal Park. [block_2] Emergency services attended and the pedestrian, a man in his 20s, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Fire Crews Tackle Chimney Fire at The Stag Public House in Maidstone
Maidstone, Kent – On Wednesday, 17 January 2024, at approximately 18:16, fire crews were dispatched to respond to reports of a chimney fire at a public house located on Maidstone High Street. [block_2] The incident prompted the mobilization of four fire engines and collaboration with Kent Police to manage the situation. Firefighters swiftly arrived at […]
