Cash Machine Raider Jailed for Longer After Failing to Repay £108,000 of Stolen Funds
A convicted cash machine raider from Kent has had his prison sentence extended after failing to repay more than £108,000 in illegal profits. Longer Sentence for Anthony Pemberthy Anthony Pemberthy, 46, formerly of Calder Road, Maidstone, was originally jailed for eight years and nine months in November 2022 for his role in a series […]
Two Arrested After Broadstairs Shoplifting Report Leads to Recovery of Suspected Stolen Goods
Two men have been arrested after swift action by Thanet neighbourhood officers led to the recovery of a large quantity of suspected stolen goods near Sittingbourne. Incident Overview On the afternoon of Thursday, April 24, 2025, staff at a store in Westwood Road, Broadstairs, reported suspicious behaviour from a customer. After promptly reviewing CCTV […]
Phone Fraud Alert: Fake Police Officers Target Residents in Sittingbourne and Faversham
Kent Police have issued a fraud alert to residents in Sittingbourne and Faversham following 13 reports of phone scams in just two days, with criminals posing as police officers in a bid to steal large sums of money. The fraud attempts occurred between Monday, April 28 and Tuesday, April 29, when victims received phone calls […]
Body of Woman Found Near Dartford After Longfield Missing Person Search
Kent Police confirm the body of a woman has been found near Dartford during the search for missing Longfield woman Maria Pilgrim. Investigation ongoing.
Waste Removal Vehicles Targeted in Major Crackdown on Environmental Crime in Canterbury
Kent Police and partner agencies inspected 31 waste vehicles in Canterbury, issuing 16 enforcement actions to tackle environmental crime and keep communities safe.
Drugs and Weapons Seized, Four Arrested After Police Raids in Medway
Drugs, cash, and dangerous weapons have been seized and four people arrested following a series of coordinated police raids in Medway. Kent Police executed search warrants at three addresses in Cliffe, near Rochester, early on Friday morning (April 25). The operation targeted suspected drug dealing and violent crime in the area. At a property in […]
Police Close Brooklands Lake in Dartford as Search Intensifies for Missing Man Wayne Parchment
Kent Police close Brooklands Lake in Dartford as the search intensifies for missing 61-year-old Wayne Parchment. Public urged to check gardens and outbuildings.
Man Taken to Hospital After Car Crashes into Lamppost and Wall
Police taped off part of Harbour Way in Folkestone last night (27 April) following a serious crash near Churchill’s Social Club. Kent Police and paramedics remained at the scene for some time as investigations were carried out and the area made safe. The cause of the crash has not yet been confirmed, and enquiries […]
Large Police Presence as Hundreds Rally in Dover During Anti-Immigration Protest
Hundreds of protesters descended on Dover today for a series of anti-immigration demonstrations, met by a significant police presence aimed at preventing a repeat of the violence seen in previous years. More than 900 people had pledged to attend the event, organised under the banner “Stop the boats now! 10,000+ bikers and friends illegal migrant […]
Two Men Charged Over Keyless Car Theft Conspiracy in West Kent
Two men have been charged in connection with a series of keyless car thefts and burglaries across west Kent, following a major police operation involving Kent Police and the Metropolitan Police Service. The suspects were transferred to Kent Police custody, where further investigations connected them to a broader conspiracy involving keyless car thefts across […]
Crash Closes Alkham Road in Kearsney, Near Dover, in Both Directions
A crash has forced the closure of a busy route in Kearsney, near Dover, this evening (Saturday). Drivers are being urged to avoid the area and find alternative routes as the closure is expected to continue while emergency services manage the situation. Emergency services have been contacted for further details about the crash, including […]
Image Released in Gravesend Sexual Assault Investigation
Police have released a computer-generated image of a man they wish to identify as part of an ongoing investigation into a sexual assault that took place on a bus travelling between Gravesend and Dartford.
CCTV Appeal After Bus Driver Injured in Sittingbourne Attack
Police have released a CCTV image as part of an investigation into an assault and criminal damage involving a bus in Sittingbourne. A spokesperson for Kent Police said: “We are asking anyone who recognises the man in the CCTV image, or who has any information that may assist, to contact us immediately.” How to […]
Abusive Partner Jailed After Spitting in Woman’s Face and Two-Year Campaign of Control
A man who subjected a woman to nearly two years of emotional and physical abuse — including spitting in her face and slashing a child’s cot — has been jailed following a conviction at Maidstone Crown Court. Cameron Blakeley, 29, launched a relentless campaign of intimidation, control, and violence against the victim after they met […]
Body Found in Search for Missing Gravesend Woman
A body has been discovered in the search for a missing 76-year-old woman from Northfleet, Kent Police have confirmed. The case had prompted a community-wide appeal, with local residents and volunteers joining search efforts over recent weeks. Many took to social media today to express condolences and share tributes to the woman, described by […]
Arriva Suspends Evening Bus Services on Route 482 After Series of Dangerous Attacks
Arriva has announced the temporary suspension of evening services on its Route 482 bus between Gravesend and Kings Farm following a spate of serious incidents involving objects being thrown at buses, including one that left a small child at risk. One Gravesend parent, who uses the route regularly, said: “It’s terrifying to think that […]
Urgent Appeal to Find Missing Woman from Longfield
Kent Police have launched a public appeal to help locate Maria Pilgrim, a 56-year-old woman who has been reported missing from Longfield. Maria was last seen at around 2:10pm on Friday 18 April walking along Main Road, but was officially reported missing on Wednesday 23 April 2025. Her disappearance has prompted growing concern among officers […]
Over 1,000 Cannabis Plants Seized in Ramsgate as Police Arrest Suspected Grower
A major cannabis cultivation site has been uncovered in Ramsgate following a proactive police operation that led to the arrest of a 28-year-old man. Kent Police confirmed that officers remain at the site to safely dismantle the operation and ensure the building is no longer a hazard to the community. Police Statement Inspector Richard […]