Police Appeal for Witnesses Following Fatal Collision in Maidstone
Kent Police are appealing for witnesses and any relevant footage following a fatal collision in Barming, near Maidstone, on Tuesday, December 24, 2024. Alternatively, those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or via their online form. [block_2] This is a tragic incident, and police are working to establish the full circumstances […]
Police Seek Three Men After Car Vandalism in South Darenth
Police are appealing for information after three men reportedly damaged a car parked in Paddock Close, near Towers Wood, around 10:10 p.m. on Monday, December 23. Repeat Incidents This is the third time the vehicle owner has been targeted. Despite the repeated acts of vandalism, the owner has stated he is unaware of any reasons […]
Tragic House Fire in Ramsgate Claims Woman’s Life on Christmas Eve
Despite their efforts, a woman was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. Investigation and Cause The cause of the fire has been determined as accidental, according to initial investigations. Emergency Response The incident also involved support from Kent Police and the South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb). Authorities have expressed their condolences to the […]
Police Launch Joint Arson Probe After Former Liquied and Envy Nightclub in Ashford Torched Again
A derelict building in Ashford, formerly housing the Liquied and Envy nightclub, has been set ablaze for the second time in days, prompting a joint arson investigation by Kent Police and Kent Fire and Rescue Service. [block_2] The fire broke out late Friday night at the building on East Hill, with emergency services […]
Missing Gillingham Man Found Safe and Well
A 54-year-old man from Gillingham who was reported missing on Thursday, December 26, 2024, has been located safe and well. Officers have thanked the public for their help in publicizing the case and ensuring a swift resolution. [block_2]
Missing Ashford Man Found Safe and Well
A 40-year-old man from Ashford, who was reported missing on Thursday, December 26, 2024, has been located safe and well. [block_2] Kent Police confirmed the positive outcome and expressed their gratitude to everyone who shared the appeal and assisted in the search efforts.
Body Found in Search for Missing Canterbury Man
Kent Police have confirmed the recovery of a body during their search for a missing man from Canterbury. [block_2] Officers were called to a rural area near Wye on Thursday, December 26, 2024, where a man was sadly found deceased. While formal identification has yet to take place, the family of a 31-year-old man reported […]
Appeal to Find Missing Man from Gillingham
Kent Police are appealing to the public for help in locating a missing man from Gillingham. [block_2] Valeriu Avram, 54, was last seen in the Fox Street area around 2:30 pm on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Officials remain concerned for his welfare and hope to locate him as soon as possible.
Search for Missing Sheerness Pensioner Enters Second Day
[block_2] Description and Appeal Patrick is described as 5ft 7in tall, of slim build, with white or grey hair, a beard, and glasses. At the time of his disappearance, he was reportedly wearing casual attire, although specific details of his clothing remain unclear. Police have raised concerns for Patrick’s welfare, noting that he sometimes […]
Man in Serious Condition After Crash Outside The Bull in Barming, Maidstone
A man is in critical condition in a London hospital after a crash involving a motorbike on the A26 Tonbridge Road in Barming, near Maidstone. [block_2] The incident occurred outside The Bull pub at around 2pm on Christmas Eve, prompting emergency services to shut the road in both directions. Emergency Response A spokesperson for the […]
Police Appeal for Witnesses After Seven Arrested in Folkestone Bar Disturbance
Kent Police are appealing for witnesses following a disturbance at the Skuba Bar in Langhorne Gardens, Folkestone, where a man and a woman were assaulted by a group of people. The incident occurred shortly after midnight on Sunday, 22 December 2024. Police responded to the scene and conducted initial inquiries, leading to the arrest of […]
Body Found in Rural Sittingbourne Area
Kent Police have recovered a body in a rural area near Hartlip as part of their search for a missing man from Sittingbourne. A spokesperson for Kent Police said: “Our thoughts are with the family at this difficult time. We will continue to provide them with support as the identification process takes place.” Further updates […]
Suspected Drug-Driver Sniffed Out by Kent Roads Policing Officers
Arrest and Investigation The vehicle was promptly stopped, and the driver, a 33-year-old man from the Tonbridge area, was subjected to a roadside drug test, which he failed. A small quantity of herbal cannabis was also found in his possession. [block_2] The driver was arrested on suspicion of drug driving and has since been […]
Folkestone Residents Furious Over Alleged Scam as New Year’s Plans Ruined
A Facebook post in a Folkestone community group has sparked outrage after a resident claimed she was scammed out of £200 for fake New Year’s Eve tickets. The post, shared by Janet Kershaw, quickly gained traction as other members of the community came forward with similar complaints about the alleged scammer, identified as Tony Holloway. […]
Missing West Malling Man Found Safe and Well
[block_2] An 82-year-old man who was reported missing from West Malling on Monday, December 23, 2024, has been found safe and well.
Police Appeal for Witnesses Following Serious Assault in Canterbury
Kent Police are appealing for witnesses to assist their investigation into a serious assault that left a man in his forties with severe facial injuries. The incident occurred in the Friars area of Canterbury late on Friday night, December 20, 2024. Incident Details At around 11:40 pm, the victim was reportedly punched to the ground […]
Father and Son Jailed for Role in Organised Crime Group Supplying Vast Amounts of Cocaine
A father and son from Maidstone have been jailed for their involvement in an organised crime group that used the encrypted messaging service EncroChat to facilitate the large-scale supply of cocaine. Ashley Steel, 61, and James Steel, 40, worked alongside associate Danny Devall, 36, in a network that also handled cash and drugs through concealed […]
Four Injured and Woman Hospitalised After A2 Crash Near Bluewater
A serious multi-vehicle collision near Bluewater Shopping Centre on Sunday evening (December 22) resulted in four people being injured, with one woman requiring hospitalization. The incident caused significant disruption, as the A2 London-bound exit slip road at Bean was closed throughout the night for recovery and repairs. Emergency Services Respond The crash, which occurred around […]