Agricultural Building Fire in Sevenoaks: Residents Urged to Close Windows and Doors
[block_2] Emergency services are currently tackling a significant agricultural building fire near Carter’s Hill, Sevenoaks. Authorities have issued an urgent appeal for residents in the vicinity to close their windows and doors due to a large smoke plume emanating from the blaze. Firefighting Efforts Underway The Kent Fire and Rescue Service dispatched six fire […]
Appeal to Find Vulnerable Missing Man from Canterbury
Kent Police have issued an urgent appeal to locate William McGlade, a vulnerable 73-year-old man from Canterbury, who was reported missing around 6 pm on Saturday, 5 April 2025. Last Seen Traveling to London Bridge William was last known to have caught a train to London Bridge, but it is unclear whether he has since […]
Police Appeal After Youth Assault at Strood Football Match
Kent Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault at a youth football match in Strood. The incident occurred during an event at Strood Academy on Sunday, March 9, 2025. [block_2] According to reports, a 15-year-old boy was assaulted during the match. The teenager sustained injuries and was taken to a local hospital for treatment. […]
Child Rapist Jailed for Historic Crimes Committed Nearly 50 Years Ago
A 78-year-old man from Medway has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for a series of child sexual abuse offences committed almost 50 years ago. [block_2] Alan Vinten, of Otterham Quay Lane, Rainham, Gillingham, was found guilty at Maidstone Crown Court of repeatedly abusing a young girl during the 1970s, starting when the victim […]
Four Arrested Following Serious Assault in Folkestone
Four men have been arrested in connection with a serious assault that took place in Folkestone on Friday, April 4. [block_2] Kent Police were called to a private address on Firs Lane at around 10:45 am after reports of a violent incident. Upon arrival, officers found a man in his 50s who had sustained serious […]
Two Arrested After Serious Assault in Folkestone
Two men have been arrested following a serious assault at a private address in Firs Lane, Folkestone. [block_2] Kent Police were called to the scene at around 10:45 am on Friday, April 4, 2025. Officers arrived to find a man in his 50s suffering from serious injuries, including one consistent with a stab wound. The […]
Man Missing from Tunbridge Wells: Urgent Appeal for Information
Police in Tunbridge Wells have launched an urgent appeal to locate Milosz Piwonski, a 49-year-old man who has been reported missing. [block_2] Milosz was last seen at approximately 12:30 pm on Friday, April 4, in the Grange Road area of Tunbridge Wells. Authorities are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare and are asking the public […]
Drug factory find sparks Police Lockdown in Sleepy Kent Village
Residents of a quiet Kent village have been left buzzing with speculation after a heavy police presence descended on a property on Ricketts Hill Road on the outskirts of Biggin Hill. Officers from Surrey Police, including specialist crime scene investigators and fire crews, have maintained a continuous presence at the scene for well over a […]
Two Overturned Cars Cause Major Delays on M20
Two overturned cars have caused significant disruption on the M20 this morning, leading to long queues and delays. The incident occurred London-bound between junctions 11 for Hythe and 10 for Ashford. [block_2] Traffic was brought to a standstill at 6:40 am following the collision, with two lanes initially closed. One lane has since reopened, but […]
ASDA Worker Hailed a Hero After River Rescue in Maidstone
An ASDA worker in Maidstone is being hailed as a hero after his quick actions saved a man from drowning in the River Medway. [block_2] Dan Fiveash, 31, was on his break at the ASDA Living store on St Peters Street when he heard shouting coming from the river. Without hesitation, he rushed towards the […]
Twelve Arrested in Early-Morning Drug Raids Across Kent and Surrey
Twelve suspected members of a drug dealing network have been arrested during a series of early-morning coordinated warrants executed by specialist teams across Kent and Surrey. The large-scale operation took place on Thursday, 3 April 2025, targeting properties in Ramsgate, Broadstairs, Birchington, Canterbury, Croydon, and Surrey. Arrests and Seizures Ten men and two women, believed […]
Arrest Made Following Dangerous Driving Incident in Edenbridge
An 18-year-old man from Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire, has been arrested following a dangerous driving incident in Edenbridge, Kent. The suspect, who only holds a provisional driving license, was apprehended after a police pursuit on Thursday, 27 March 2025. Incident Details Kent Police were called shortly after 7:40 am to a report of a suspicious vehicle […]
Suspected Faversham Burglar Swiftly Charged
A suspected burglar has been charged following a break-in at a property in Faversham, Kent. The incident took place in the Oare area in the early hours of Thursday, 27 March 2025. The stolen bicycle remains missing, and police are appealing for information. Anyone who may have seen the bike or has relevant details […]
Man Assaulted on Square Hill Road, Maidstone: Police Investigation Ongoing
A man suffered head injuries following an assault on Square Hill Road, located on the outskirts of Maidstone. Police were called to the scene at 1:05 pm today after receiving reports of the incident. [block_2] The road was subsequently closed for several hours, as emergency services, including forensics teams, arrived to investigate. Eyewitnesses described the […]
Appeal for Witnesses After Motorcyclist Injured in Maidstone Collision
Police Seek Help Following Hit-and-Run in Maidstone Kent Police are appealing for witnesses after a motorcyclist sustained serious leg injuries in a collision with a van in Maidstone. The incident occurred at around 9:54 pm on Monday, 17 March 2025, on Staceys Street. Emergency services, including South East Coast Ambulance Service, rushed to the scene, […]
Appeal Launched After Rare King Edward VII Post Box Stolen in Edenbridge
Historic Post Box Stolen from Edenbridge Kent Police are appealing for information after a rare King Edward VII cast iron post box was reported stolen from an address near Spout Lane, Crockham Hill, Edenbridge. The theft, which caused significant damage to a stone wall, occurred between 11:30 pm on Monday, March 24, and 8:00 am […]
Kent Police Renew Appeal for Information on 1995 Death of ‘Baby April’
Kent Police have launched a renewed appeal for information on the tragic death of Baby April, whose body was discovered at Singleton Lake, Ashford, on April 3, 1995. As the 30th anniversary of the unsolved case arrives, detectives are hopeful that advances in DNA profiling and forensic science will finally unlock the mystery of […]
Brothel Owners Jailed for Exploiting Vulnerable Women Across the UK
Three brothel owners who exploited trafficked and vulnerable women at over 50 locations across the UK have been jailed after a major police investigation. Exploitation and Coercion Yuan Hang, Lina Wang, and Chung Fu Wang played significant roles in running brothels and forcing women into sex work in various towns and cities, including Canterbury, Chatham, […]