Police Dog Boris Retires After Illustrious Crime-Fighting Career with Kent Police
Kent Police is bidding a fond farewell to one of its most dedicated crimefighters as Police Dog Boris hangs up his harness after a distinguished five-year career on the force. PD Boris has earned a reputation as one of Kent’s most effective police dogs, playing a crucial role in tracking down dangerous suspects, recovering evidence, […]
Police Appeal for Dashcam and CCTV Footage After Attempted Robbery in Gravesend
Police have launched an appeal for dashcam and CCTV footage following a violent attempted robbery in Gravesend, which left a man seriously injured. The incident occurred at around 4:40pm on Sunday (16th March) and began in Rochester Road, where a man riding a Honda motorcycle was allegedly targeted by two men on a black and […]
Firefighters Tackle Blaze at Derelict Building in Gravesend
Firefighters were called to a blaze at a derelict building in Northfleet, Gravesend, on Sunday evening. Kent Fire and Rescue Service responded supported by the London Fire Brigade to reports of a fire at the site on High Street shortly after 5:00pm. Five fire engines and a height vehicle were dispatched to the scene, with […]
Underground Bunker Fire in Maidstone Prompts Major Emergency Response
A significant emergency response was launched on Sunday afternoon following a fire in an underground bunker at Fullingpits Wood, Maidstone. Kent Fire and Rescue Service received reports of the blaze at 1:59pm and swiftly dispatched six fire engines, along with a technical rescue unit, to tackle the incident. Authorities have not yet confirmed what the […]
Care Home Blaze in Herne Bay: 56 Residents Evacuated one taken to hospital
A major fire broke out at a care home in Central Parade, Herne Bay this morning, prompting a large-scale emergency response. The fire, which started on the second floor and spread to the roof space, was tackled by eight fire engines and two height vehicles from Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS). A height vehicle […]
A249 Detling Hill Reopens After ‘Explosion’ and Major Fire at Detling Aerodrome Industrial Estate
A major emergency response was launched this afternoon following reports of an explosion and large fire at the Detling Aerodrome Industrial Estate near Maidstone, prompting road closures and warnings to nearby residents. The road has now reopened, but drivers are still being urged to exercise caution. [block_2] [block_4] Loud Bang Heard Before Fire Erupted Local […]
Police Appeal for Information to Help Find Missing Medway Teenager
Police are continuing to appeal for the public’s help to locate 14-year-old Courtney Crackson, who has been reported missing from Medway. [block_2] Courtney was last seen at around 8:50am on Tuesday, 11 March, at Rochester Railway Station. Officers are growing increasingly concerned for her welfare and are urging anyone with information to come forward. Description […]
Gun Found in Pizza Box as Police Crack Down on County Lines Network
Three men from Dartford, Bexleyheath, and Belvedere have been charged following a dramatic police operation targeting county lines drug networks, during which officers discovered a firearm hidden inside a pizza box. The firearm was uncovered during a wider crackdown that also led to the seizure of Class A drugs, two knives, and the arrest of […]
Six Charged After Violent Aggravated Burglary Near Maidstone Leaves Man With Life-Changing Injuries
Six people have been charged with aggravated burglary following a violent break-in near Maidstone that left one man with life-changing injuries and another seriously wounded. The incident took place at a property near Heath Road, Coxheath, on the evening of 23 December 2024, when Kent Police received emergency calls shortly after 8:10 p.m., reporting a […]
Woman Convicted of Murder After Fatal Stabbing of Man in Strood
A woman has been convicted of murder after a man was found stabbed to death at his home in Medway last year. Nina Mercer, 43, of Gun Lane, Strood, was found guilty at Maidstone Crown Court today for the murder of Alan Tomkins, 61, who died after being stabbed multiple times at his flat in […]
Cash and Jewellery Stolen in Burglary Near Canterbury: Police Appeal for Witnesses
Detectives are appealing for information following a burglary at a residential property near Canterbury in which cash and jewellery were stolen. The incident occurred at around 9.50pm on Friday 7 March 2025, when a home in Woolage Green was broken into under the cover of darkness. A police spokesperson said: “We are keen to speak […]
Armed Robber Jailed Following Knife Crime Spree in Gillingham
A man who carried out a series of knife-point robberies across Gillingham has been jailed for six years. [block_2] The violent spree began around midday on 25 November 2024 when Holland-Batt entered a pharmacy on Canterbury Street and threatened a staff member with a knife, demanding money. The terrified victim handed over around […]
Suspect Charged Following Serious Assault in Margate
A man has been charged with attempted murder following a serious assault in Margate that left a victim with critical head injuries. One of the suspects, Archie Rixon, 21, of Ethelbert Crescent, has since been charged with attempted murder. He is due to appear before Folkestone Magistrates’ Court on Friday 14 March. [block_2] The […]
Suspect Charged Following Serious Assault and Robbery in Dartford
A man has been charged in connection with a robbery and violent assault in Dartford that left a victim with stab injuries. Kent Police were called shortly before 5.45am on Sunday, 9 March 2025, following reports that a man had been attacked in Cotton Lane. The victim was found by two off-duty police officers and […]
Moped Rider Hospitalised After Crash with Car on Sutton Road in Langley
A moped rider has been taken to hospital following a crash involving a car on the A274 Sutton Road in Langley this afternoon (Wednesday, March 13). The road was closed in both directions following the incident, leading to significant traffic disruption in the area. Kent County Council’s Highways department warned motorists to “expect long […]
Teenage Girl Missing from Petham Area, Public Urged to Assist
Police and family members are urgently seeking the public’s help to locate Leianna, a teenage girl reported missing from the Petham area. [block_2] Leianna was last seen at approximately 16:45 in Petham, and there are concerns she may have traveled towards central Canterbury, potentially via public transport or by hitching a lift. She is described […]
Two Teenagers Charged Over Spate of Burglaries Across Kent
Two teenagers have been charged in connection with a series of burglaries and vehicle thefts across north and west Kent. Investigators arrested two 17-year-old boys from Strood, Kent, and Southend-on-Sea, Essex, on 11 March. Both have been charged with conspiracy to steal motor vehicles, conspiracy to commit burglaries, and theft from a motor vehicle. […]
Appeal Launched Following Serious Assault in Swanscombe
Kent Police are urgently appealing for witnesses after a serious assault in Swanscombe left a man injured. The suspects fled the location in their vehicles. Police attended the scene, and an investigation is ongoing. [block_2] Detectives are requesting anyone who witnessed the incident or who has dashcam, doorbell, or CCTV footage to come forward. […]