Seven Arrested After Stolen Church Memorial Recovered from Essex Scrapyard
Kent Police have arrested seven men in connection with the Chatham memorial theft and recovered a stolen memorial plaque taken from a Chatham churchyard, following a swift cross-county investigation. Theft from Christ Church, Luton Road The theft occurred at Christ Church on Luton Road in Chatham at approximately 10pm on Friday, 23 May 2025. Two […]
Major Fire Tears Through Commercial Building in Faversham: 10 Fire Engines Deployed
A major fire broke out at a commercial building in Faversham, Kent, prompting a large-scale emergency response that lasted over 14 hours. Emergency Response on Ashford Road Kent Fire and Rescue Service were called at 5:37pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025, to reports of a significant blaze at a commercial premises on Ashford Road in […]
Tunbridge Wells Murder: Stephen Castle Found Guilty of Killing Grandfather Wayne Woodgate
Stephen Castle has been found guilty of murdering Wayne Woodgate in Tunbridge Wells. The grandfather was strangled and left in Peasmarsh woodland. Sentencing set for June 26.
Burglar Caught Red-Handed Stealing Cigarettes from Dartford Tesco Express
A burglar caught stealing cigarettes inside Tesco Express in Dartford has pleaded guilty after being caught red-handed by Kent Police.
Outrage After WWI Memorial Plaques Stolen from Chatham Churchyard – Police Launch Appeal
Two First World War memorial plaques have been stolen from Christ Church in Chatham. Police urge witnesses to come forward and check CCTV or dashcam footage.
Tommy Robinson Ditches New Bearded Look Just Hours After Release from Prison
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson walked out of prison with a new bearded look, quickly shaved it, and posted a rant against his sentence and the media.
Quick-Thinking Medway Motorist Helps Police Catch Shoplifting Suspect
A Chatham motorist helped officers arrest Callum Geary, who has since been charged with eight thefts across Medway and Maidstone.
Police Appeal After Cyclist Seriously Injured in A2 Ebbsfleet Collision
A cyclist suffered serious injuries after a crash involving a red Audi A1 and a fleeing BMW near Ebbsfleet Valley. Police urge witnesses to contact 01474 366149.
Wiltshire Police Triumph at Forces Equine Championships in Bedworth
Hollie Clark of Wiltshire Police wins big at the Forces Equine Championships with multiple placings and team victories across showjumping classes.
Coroner Urges Barrier Installation After Freddie Slater’s Fatal M20 Crash
A coroner has issued a formal Prevention of Future Deaths report to National Highways following the tragic death of Freddie Slater, 26, who died in a collision on the M20 near Swanley in October 2024. The inquest, held by Assistant Coroner Alan Blunsdon for North West Kent, concluded on 9 April 2025 and determined that […]
Police Appeal After Teen Girl Inappropriately Touched at Sittingbourne Park
Police are seeking information after a man allegedly touched a teenage girl in Sittingbourne on 17 April 2025. CCTV image released. Call 01795 419119.
Urgent Search Underway for Missing Canterbury Man Dylan Baylis
Police are appealing for help to find 26-year-old Dylan Baylis, missing from Canterbury since 15 May. Last seen on Whitehall Road. Call 999 with info.
Ashford Teenager Charged After Catapult Assaults and Wildlife Killing
A 17-year-old boy from Ashford has been charged with multiple offences following a string of catapult-related incidents, including an assault on a man and the killing of a wild bird in a graveyard. Kent Police say the first incident occurred on Thursday, 20 February 2025, when a man was struck by a catapult on Simon […]
Tommy Robinson Released from HMP Woodhill After Serving Seven Months
Controversial activist Tommy Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was released early from HMP Woodhill in Milton Keynes this morning after a High Court judge reduced his 18-month sentence for contempt of court. Robinson had originally been jailed in October 2024 for 10 breaches of a civil injunction barring him from repeating libellous allegations […]
Emergency Crews Free Person Trapped in Two-Car Crash on Dymchurch Road, New Romney
Kent Fire and Rescue Service extricated one person after a serious two-car crash on Dymchurch Road, New Romney. Emergency services responded quickly on May 26, 2025.
Urgent Appeal: Rhiley Villers, 13, Missing from Chatham
Kent Police Search for Missing Teenager Rhiley Villers Kent Police are urgently appealing for public assistance in locating 13-year-old Rhiley Villers, who has been reported missing from Chatham. Rhiley was last seen at approximately 4pm on Sunday, 25 May 2025, in the Chatham area. Description of Missing Teen Name: Rhiley Villers Age: 13 Height: Approximately […]
Flat Fire in Dover Sees Major Emergency Response but No Injuries Reported
Emergency services responded to a significant flat fire in London Road, Dover early Sunday morning, May 25, 2025. The incident, which began at 7:44 AM, prompted a large-scale deployment by Kent Fire and Rescue Service. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Teenager Missing from Staplehurst: Police Appeal for Help to Find Emily Geake
Police are urgently appealing for public assistance to locate a missing 17-year-old girl from Staplehurst. Emily Geake was last seen at around 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 25, and has not been heard from since. Her sudden disappearance has sparked growing concerns for her welfare among family, friends, and authorities. “We are growing increasingly concerned […]