CCTV Images Released in Canterbury Sexual Assault Investigation
[block_2] [block_4] A 26-year-old man from Canterbury has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and is currently out on bail as the investigation continues. Police have now released three images of a man they wish to identify. He was seen wearing a distinctive hooded top, riding a white bicycle, and carrying a […]
Fraudster Posing as Millionaire Businessman Sentenced to Over Three Years in Prison
A Greenhithe man who posed as a millionaire businessman to defraud victims out of vast sums of money has been sentenced to three years and two months in prison. Aidan Sinclair, 61, forged bank statements, contracts, and documents to deceive three individuals between 2020 and 2022. One of Sinclair’s victims was his neighbour, whom he […]
House Fire in Snodland: Emergency Services Respond
Emergency services are currently attending a house fire on Roman Road, Snodland, and are urging people to avoid the area while the incident is being dealt with. [block_2] Kent Fire and Rescue Service has deployed four fire engines to the scene, and Kent Police and South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb) are also in attendance. […]
CCTV Images Released in Hythe Burglary Investigation
Kent Police have released CCTV images as part of an ongoing investigation into a burglary at a shop in Hythe, during which a number of bicycles were stolen. [block_2] Now, CCTV images of two men who may have information relevant to the investigation have been released. Inspector Pete Woodridge acknowledged that the images are not […]
Safety Roadshow Reaches Swale Schools to Educate Teenagers on Key Issues
Teenagers across Swale are receiving vital safety advice and guidance as part of a roadshow visiting local schools. The partnership event, which runs from Monday, 7 October, until Friday, 18 October, addresses crucial topics including health and social care, drug and alcohol misuse, antisocial behaviour, exploitation, and knife crime. Swale Police Sergeant Carli Deacon […]
Three Year Old Child Airlifted to London Hospital After Car Accident on A26 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone
A section of the A26 Tonbridge Road in Maidstone has been closed following a serious car accident involving a young child. The road is currently shut between the Esso Tesco Express and the Cherry Tree pub as emergency services respond to the incident. [block_2] [block_4] A spokesperson for the air ambulance service stated: “Our […]
Police Appeal for Witnesses After Fatal Collision on M20 Near Swanley
Officers are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a tragic fatal collision on the M20 near Swanley early this morning. The incident occurred at approximately 6:15 AM on Wednesday, 16 October 2024, involving a dark blue Smart car and two other vehicles. The Smart car, travelling in a coastbound direction near Junction 1 of […]
Three-Vehicle Life Changing Collision Closes 16-Mile Stretch of M20 in Kent
A major traffic disruption has hit commuters this morning after a serious three-vehicle collision near Swanley. The crash, which occurred around 6:00 AM on Wednesday, 16th October 2024, has led to the closure of a 16-mile stretch of the M20 motorway, a key route linking the M25 and M26. [block_2] Firefighters from Kent Fire […]
Three-Vehicle Life Changing Collision Closes 16-Mile Stretch of M20 in Kent
A major traffic disruption has hit commuters this morning after a serious three-vehicle collision near Swanley. The crash, which occurred around 6:00 AM on Wednesday, 16th October 2024, has led to the closure of a 16-mile stretch of the M20 motorway, a key route linking the M25 and M26. [block_2] Firefighters from Kent Fire […]
Man Hospitalised and Lanes Closed After Two-Lorry Crash on M2 Between Chatham and Rochester
A man has been taken to hospital following a collision involving two lorries on the M2 this morning, causing major disruption on the coastbound carriageway. The crash, which occurred just before 8:00 AM, has resulted in significant tailbacks, with three out of four lanes closed between Junction 2 (A228 Sundridge Hill for Strood and Rochester) […]
Three Vehicle Crash on M20 Near Swanley Causes Major Delays
Emergency crews are responding to a serious three-vehicle collision on the M20 near Junction 3, Swanley, this morning (October 16, 2024). The incident occurred just before 7:00 am, leading to significant traffic delays in the area. Kent Fire and Rescue Service has deployed three fire engines to the scene, working alongside Kent Police, National Highways […]
Three Vehicle Crash on M20 Near Swanley Causes Major Delays
Emergency crews are responding to a serious three-vehicle collision on the M20 near Junction 3, Swanley, this morning (October 16, 2024). The incident occurred just before 7:00 am, leading to significant traffic delays in the area. Kent Fire and Rescue Service has deployed three fire engines to the scene, working alongside Kent Police, National Highways […]
A registered sex offender from Tunbridge Wells has been caught using a fake online profile during attempts to groom and abuse a child
Peter Johnson has now been jailed after he ignored previous measures imposed by the courts to prevent him from reoffending and targeted a teenage girl over several days. Johnson, formerly known as Peter Austen, had been convicted in 2017 of possessing indecent images of children. For these offences, he received a suspended sentence and was […]
First Pictures of Victim Killed in Canterbury Stabbing Named as ‘Kind-Hearted’ 23-Year-Old Samare Gerezgihir
Samare “Sammy” Gerezgihir, also known as Jamil, has been identified as the victim of a fatal stabbing in Canterbury on October 10. The 23-year-old, described by friends as a “kind and lovely” person with a “heart full of gold,” was tragically killed in the town centre, leaving the local community in shock. Describing Sammy as […]
Swift Arrest of Suspected Van Thief in Rochester
A suspected van thief was quickly apprehended in Rochester on Thursday, October 10, 2024, following the swift actions of Kent Police. A 24-year-old man from Rochester was arrested on suspicion of motor vehicle theft, driving while disqualified, and drug driving. He has since been bailed pending further investigations. [block_2] Kent Police continues its inquiries […]
Truck Fire in Wainscott Extinguished by Firefighters
On Monday, October 14, 2024, Kent Fire and Rescue Service responded to reports of a truck fire on the A289 Hasted Road in Wainscott, Rochester. Two fire engines were dispatched to the scene, and crews wearing breathing apparatus used high-pressure hose reel jets to extinguish the flames. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. [block_2] The […]
Police Renew Appeal After Ashford Assault, CCTV Image Released
Detectives investigating an assault in Ashford have renewed their appeal to the public to help identify a man captured in CCTV footage. The appeal comes after a second arrest was made in connection with the incident, which took place on Saturday, September 28, 2024. The victim, a man in his thirties, was reportedly attacked from […]
Police probe Canterbury Phone robbery
Police are appealing for witnesses following an attempted robbery and assault that took place in Canterbury during the early hours of Saturday, October 12, 2024. At approximately 1:30 a.m., a man was walking along Stour Street while using his phone when another man reportedly attempted to steal the device. After the victim resisted, the offender […]
