Two Arrested After Stabbing in Ashford Town Centre
Two teenagers have been arrested after a stabbing in Ashford town centre left two men injured. Following swift enquiries, two 17-year-old boys were arrested later that evening on suspicion of assault. They currently remain in police custody as investigations continue. [block_2] A spokesperson for Kent Police said: “We are appealing to anyone who may […]
Man Arrested After Allegedly Impersonating Police Officer in Phone Scam Targeting Pensioner in Tunbridge Wells
A suspected phone scammer has been arrested in Tunbridge Wells after allegedly posing as a police officer to trick a pensioner into handing over thousands of euros. The incident, which unfolded on Tuesday, 25 March, involved a man impersonating a fraud investigator, contacting the victim—a man in his 70s—by phone and claiming his bank account […]
Emergency Services Rush to Major Incident in Ashford Town Centre
A large-scale emergency response unfolded in Ashford town centre on Wednesday night, with police, paramedics, and an air ambulance rushing to Bank Street following reports of a serious incident. The street was cordoned off near to Lloyds Bank just after 8:30pm, as multiple emergency vehicles were seen arriving at the scene. Eyewitnesses described a heavy […]
Three Charged After Vodafone Stores Targeted in Sevenoaks and Tonbridge Raids
Three people have been charged following back-to-back incidents at Vodafone phone stores in Sevenoaks and Tonbridge, where thieves allegedly attempted to break in and made off with dozens of phones and tablets. The first incident took place just after 5.10pm on Friday, 14 March, when Kent Police received reports of an attempted burglary at the […]
Firefighters Tackle Railway Embankment Blaze in Borough Green
A grass fire broke out on a railway embankment near Maidstone Road in Borough Green today, prompting a swift response from emergency services. Kent Fire and Rescue Service received the call at 12:23pm Wednesday, 26 March 2025 and dispatched four fire engines to the scene. Crews used main jet hoses to bring the fire under […]
Rolex Watches Among Nearly £60K in Criminal Assets Seized from Convicted Drug Dealer
Luxury Rolex and Cartier watches have been seized from a convicted drug dealer as part of a court order under the Proceeds of Crime Act, Kent Police confirmed today. The items were among £57,125 worth of criminal assets confiscated from Michael Wheaton, 42, of Ditton, who is currently serving an 11-year prison sentence for his […]
Tobacco and cash were seized in Ashford following concerns from the community
More than 1,500 boxes of illicit cigarettes have been seized and two men arrested after concerns were raised to police in Ashford. On 18 March, beat officers attended a community engagement event in the town centre. Officers were given information from concerned residents about a premises which was being used in suspicious circumstances. Residents explained how the front […]
Man in Hospital After Serious A2 Motorcycle Crash in Kent – Witnesses Urged to Come Forward
A man in his 20s remains in hospital two days after a serious motorcycle collision on the A2 in Kent. The crash occurred in the early hours of Saturday, 23 March 2025, on the London-bound carriageway between Cobham and Gravesend. Emergency services, including Kent Police and South East Coast Ambulance Service, rushed to the scene […]
Teenager Missing from Chatham as Police Launch Urgent Appeal
Kent Police are appealing for the public’s help in locating a missing 16-year-old boy from Chatham. A spokesperson for Kent Police said: “We are growing increasingly concerned for Lee’s welfare and are asking anyone who may have seen him or who has information about his whereabouts to get in touch as soon as possible.” […]
Met Police Detective Dismissed After Gross Misconduct Over Data Breach and Fake Dating Profile
A Metropolitan Police officer has been dismissed without notice following an accelerated misconduct hearing held on 25 July 2024. He was found to have committed gross misconduct by misusing police systems to access private information for personal reasons. Miss A raised concerns to Kent Police in March 2024 after becoming alarmed by Wilkinson’s knowledge […]
Police Appeal Following Indecent Exposure Near Paddock Wood
Police Appeal Following Indecent Exposure Near Paddock Wood Kent Police have launched an appeal for information following a report of an indecent exposure incident near Paddock Wood. PC Lucy Baker, who is leading the investigation, said: “We appreciate the image is not of the best quality, but we are hoping someone may recognise the man […]
Man Jailed for Six Years After Noxious Substance Attack in Margate
A man who sprayed a corrosive substance during a violent street disturbance in Margate has been sentenced to six years in prison, Kent Police have confirmed. The noxious spray caused reddening and irritation to the faces and chests of multiple victims. One person sustained more serious injuries requiring treatment for second-degree chemical burns. Emergency […]
Urgent Appeal to Find Missing 16-Year-Old Girl from Sevenoaks
[block_2] Police have launched an urgent appeal to help locate a missing teenage girl from near Sevenoaks, who was last seen on Saturday evening.
Woman Charged Following Serious Assault in Broadstairs
A woman has been charged with attempted murder following a serious assault in Broadstairs that left another woman in hospital. Kent Police were called to the St Peter’s area of Broadstairs at approximately 6.50pm on Thursday, 20 March 2025, after reports of a violent incident at a residential property. A woman who was known to […]
Man Airlifted to Hospital with Serious Injuries After Crash on A2 Near Gravesend
A man in his 20s has been airlifted to hospital with serious injuries following a single-vehicle collision on the A2 London-bound near Gravesend in the early hours of Sunday morning. [block_2] The crash was reported just before 4:55am, prompting a rapid response from Kent Police and the South East Coast Ambulance Service. Emergency services arrived […]
Major Collision Closes A2 in Kent in Both Directions – Diversions in Place
A serious collision has forced the closure of the A2 in Kent in both directions between the A227 (Gravesend) and M2 Junction 1 (Rochester), causing significant travel disruption across the region. Kent Police are currently at the scene and are working to manage traffic and investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities have not yet […]
Woman Seriously Injured After Being Hit by Car in Kings Hill
A female pedestrian in her 30s has been seriously injured after being struck by a car following a collision between two vehicles in Cardinal Walk, near Tower View, in Kings Hill. Emergency services, including Kent Police, paramedics, and an air ambulance, were called to the scene shortly before 3pm on Tuesday, 18 March. The air […]
CCTV Appeal Issued Following Criminal Damage in Canterbury
Police have released a CCTV image as part of an appeal for information following a criminal damage incident in Canterbury. [block_2] The incident took place on Tuesday, 18 March 2025, at approximately 9:05pm in Reed Avenue, where a man is alleged to have thrown a flower pot through the window of a fish and chip […]