A team of police officers helped deliver a baby after being flagged down at the roadside by the child’s father.
Kent Police dog handler PC Ed Goldswain was driving through Canterbury on the afternoon of Monday 23 October 2023. [block_2] He saw a man at the roadside near the roundabout in Kingsmead Road and stopped to see if he could help.
Man who had BB gun and produced drugs at Dymchurch Property is jailed
A man who produced steroids at his home and fired a BB gun at another man during a confrontation has been jailed. Following an investigation by Folkestone CID, James Richardson admitted possessing an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, being concerned in the production of a class C drug and possession of […]
Man who had BB gun and produced drugs at Dymchurch Property is jailed
A man who produced steroids at his home and fired a BB gun at another man during a confrontation has been jailed. Following an investigation by Folkestone CID, James Richardson admitted possessing an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, being concerned in the production of a class C drug and possession of […]
Witnesses are sought following a fatal collision in East Malling the driver ran from the scene
At around 7.45am on Friday 27 October 2023, a silver Vauxhall Astra and a grey Land Rover were involved in a collision in Wateringbury Road. [block_2] Officers attended along with South East Coast Ambulance Service and a passenger in the Vauxhall, a man in his 30s, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Four More Kent Towns to Benefit from Safer Streets Investment
Chatham, Folkestone, Sittingbourne, and Sheerness are the latest towns in Kent set to benefit from the “Safer Streets” program, an initiative aimed at reducing crime and antisocial behaviour while promoting community safety. The funding will also address violence against women and girls, support local businesses, establish neighbourhood watch groups, and enhance local parks. [block_2] This […]
Margate ASB house closed down by Kent Police
A Margate house linked to drug-dealing and anti-social behaviour has been closed down through work by Kent Police. [block_2] A three-month closure order for the property in Westfield Road was granted at Margate Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 25 October 2023. It was seen as necessary to prevent the anti-social behaviour from continuing.
M2 Lorry Fire Updates: Two Injured, Firefighters Conclude Operation
Firefighting operations at the scene of a lorry fire on the M2, between junction 2 and 3 (London-bound), have successfully concluded, according to an update at 1:35 AM on October 26, 2023. The incident, which unfolded on Wednesday, October 25, prompted extensive emergency response efforts. [block_2] Two individuals involved in the incident sustained burns to […]
New CCTV image as investigation into Tonbridge bottle assault continues
[block_2] Another CCTV image has been issued by officers investigating a violent assault with a glass bottle in a Tonbridge supermarket.
New CCTV image as investigation into Tonbridge bottle assault continues – (ID 603385)
Another CCTV image has been issued by officers investigating a violent assault with a glass bottle in a Tonbridge supermarket. Kent Police issued an appeal for information on 19 October, which included a CCTV image of a man officers want to identify and speak to. Detectives have now recovered further images from a train, which […]
Massive Lorry Fire Shuts M2 Motorway Near Rochester in both directions
A massive lorry fire has forced the closure of the M2 motorway near Rochester, Kent, causing significant disruption and chaos on the road. The blaze, which erupted on the London-bound carriageway of the M2, has led to two people being injured but thankfully not seriously. [block_2] The incident occurred between Junction 3 for Chatham and […]
PCSO launches fishing event to reduce nuisance behaviour in Maidstone
Teenagers in Maidstone will take part in a fishing competition as part of a project to reduce antisocial behaviour in Downswood. [block_2] The PCSO led initiative sees Kent Police team up with the Kent County Council youth hub and local businesses following concerns by residents around the use of a lake next to Mallards Way.
New CCTV image as investigation into Tonbridge bottle assault continues
[block_2] Another CCTV image has been issued by officers investigating a violent assault with a glass bottle in a Tonbridge supermarket.
Indecent exposure offences next to golf club in Gillingham
Witnesses are sought following the arrest of a suspect for a series of indecent exposure offences in Gillingham. [block_2] Detectives are investigating several incidents which are reported to have taken place in or near to a golf course, close to the A2 Sovereign Boulevard and Woodlands Road.
Officers investigating a robbery in Canterbury are appealing for any witnesses to contact them
Shortly after 11pm on Friday 13 October 2023, a man was using the cash machine outside Sainsbury’s in Kingsmead Road. [block_2] Two people then pushed him out of the way and attempted to use his bank card to withdraw money.
Four men have been charged with burglary after police attended an incident in Folkestone town centre.
Kent Police was initially called to a report that a man had fallen from a building in Guildhall Street at 5.35am on Friday 20 October 2023. [block_2] Officers attended and the man was arrested and taken to hospital.
A motorist who had taken cocaine before driving has been jailed for 12 years after he caused the death of a young girl in Dartford
Gavin Prodger consumed the class A drug before he got behind the wheel of his Audi on Saturday 10 July 2021. [block_2] His car struck 10-year-old Lily Lockwood in Watling Street at around 6.50pm, as she crossed the road to join her friends in the local park.
Police appeal following fatal collision in Ashford
Witnesses are sought by officers investigating a fatal collision in Ashford. [block_2] At around 10.58am on Monday 23 October 2023, a white Mercedes van and an orange DAF lorry were involved in a collision on the Great Chart Bypass.
Investigators are appealing for information following a serious collision near Hadlow
At 5.28pm on Sunday 22 October 2023, a white Yamaha 125 motorcycle and a second motorcycle were travelling along Carpenters Lane towards Hadlow, when the Yamaha was involved in a collision with a silver DAF horsebox van being driven in the opposite direction towards Shipbourne. [block_2] The incident happened just prior to the junction with […]
