Two Suspected Robbers Charged After Cars Stolen Near Dartford
Two suspected robbers have been charged in connection with a series of violent car thefts near Dartford, during which victims were assaulted and had their vehicles stolen. On the evening of Wednesday, September 4, 2024, a motorist briefly stopped at Dartford Heath when a group of men wearing face masks allegedly smashed his car window […]
Ramsgate Venues Recognised for Safety Commitment
Businesses in Ramsgate have been recognised by Kent Police for their dedication to promoting safer socialising and reducing alcohol-related crime through the “Best Bar None” accreditation scheme. Participating venues have demonstrated their commitment to community safety by working with police, the council, and other businesses to reduce crime. To receive accreditation, venues must meet competency […]
Swift Police Response Leads to Arrest and Charge for Folkestone Thefts
A suspect is set to appear in court following a swift police response to a series of vehicle break-ins in Folkestone. [block_2] Kent Police were called to Broadmead Road around 12:30 am on Thursday, 3 October, after receiving a report of someone breaking into vehicles in the area. Upon arrival, officers confirmed that three parked […]
Police Seek Information on Missing 14-Year-Old Boy from Chatham
Kent Police are appealing for information to locate 14-year-old Oliver Evans, who has been missing from Chatham since Friday, 27 September. [block_2] Oliver was last seen at around 4:05 pm on Henley Close, Chatham. He is described as white, approximately 5ft 4in tall, with light brown hair and blue eyes. He is of slim build […]
Police Recover Stolen Bentley from Driveway Near Snodland; Two Suspects Arrested
Two suspects linked to car thefts across west Kent have been arrested by police patrols near Bluewater and in Sevenoaks. The arrests came in connection with separate incidents, including the theft of a high-value Bentley Bentayga. In a separate incident on Tuesday night, proactive police patrols in Sevenoaks arrested a man following suspicious activity involving […]
Maidstone Man Jailed for Non-Fatal Strangulation
A Maidstone man has been sentenced to 15 months in prison after being found guilty of non-fatal strangulation and common assault. Southgate appeared at Maidstone Crown Court and was found guilty of intentional strangulation and common assault. He was sentenced on Wednesday, September 11, to 15 months’ imprisonment. [block_2] Detective Constable Jennifer Mitchell, who led […]
School Roadshows Aim to Keep Students Safe in Folkestone, Swale, and Medway
Police officers and representatives from a range of organisations are back on the road visiting schools across Kent to help keep students safe. The initiative, which began with Year Nine pupils at eight schools in Folkestone and Hythe throughout September, will continue with engagement days planned for Sittingbourne, Sheppey, and Medway in October and November. […]
Man Pleads Guilty to Multiple Offences Following Police Pursuit in Faversham
A man has pleaded guilty to multiple traffic offences following a pursuit in Faversham. The incident began at around 10:15 am on Monday, 23 September 2024, when a Kent Police motorcyclist signalled for the driver of a flatbed truck to stop as it travelled along the A2 London Road. However, the vehicle failed to stop, […]
Arrest Made in Ashford Assault Investigation
An arrest has been made as Kent Police continue to investigate a serious assault in Ashford that left a man with multiple injuries. [block_2] The incident occurred on Saturday, September 28, at around 10:30 pm after the victim, a man in his thirties, left a public house on Mead Road, Willesborough. He was assaulted from […]
Weapons Haul Seized from Tonbridge Drug Dealer’s Home
Weapons including samurai swords, nunchucks, and an extendable baton were seized from the home of a Tonbridge drug dealer, police have revealed. Daniel Bruford, 27, is now awaiting sentencing after being convicted within 24 hours of the search, which took place at his property in Mount Pleasant Court, Hildenborough. Police Search Officers entered the residence […]
Burglar jailed after targeting properties and cars in Dartford and Sevenoaks
A prolific criminal who targeted properties and vehicles in west and north Kent has been jailed for eight years. Shortly after midnight on 3 April 2024, an Audi and a Mercedes were stolen from a driveway in Wilmington, Dartford. The owner discovered the vehicle keys had been stolen from inside their house and the […]
Folkestone Cannabis Dealer Ordered to Repay Nearly £200,000 in Illegal Profits
A Folkestone drug dealer has been ordered to pay back almost £200,000 made from his illegal activities. Sam Hemmingway, 35, was caught with cannabis, a knuckleduster, and a substantial amount of cash when officers searched his home in Millfield, Hawkinge, in October 2022. Analysis of phone messages by Kent Police detectives revealed that he had […]
House Buyers in Gravesend Warned to Beware of Fraudsters After £70,000 Scam
Detectives are urging house buyers to remain vigilant following a fraud case in which a woman purchasing a property was conned into transferring over £70,000 to a criminal gang using a Gravesend bank account. The incident highlights the dangers of property fraud and the sophisticated tactics employed by scammers. On April 15, 2021, a woman […]
Two Drug Dealers Jailed After Cannabis and Cocaine Found in Tent Near Faversham
Two drug dealers have been sentenced to prison after Kent Police officers discovered cannabis and cocaine hidden in a tent near Faversham. The discovery followed a warrant executed on land near Hernhill in September 2022, where officers found a substantial stash of illegal drugs. During the search, officers recovered 2.5 kilograms of cannabis, estimated to […]
Police Seek Witnesses to Serious Assault at Faversham Hop Festival
Officers are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault that took place during the Faversham Hop Festival on Saturday, August 31, 2024. The suspect is described as a white male, aged between 30 and 40 years old, around 6 feet tall, of slim build, with slightly curly brown hair. At the time of the assault, […]
Suspected Arson at Former Portlands Club in Northfleet Under Investigation
Police are investigating a suspected arson at the derelict former Portlands club in Northfleet, following a fire that broke out yesterday (September 29) around 5:26 pm. Six fire engines, along with a height vehicle, were dispatched to the scene on High Street to tackle the blaze. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus worked to bring the fire […]
Witness Appeal Following Death of Man on M2 at Rochester
Police are appealing for witnesses following the tragic death of a man on the M2 near Rochester. The incident occurred on the coastbound carriageway between Junctions 1 and 2 on Sunday, September 29, 2024. Kent Police received a call at 6:40 p.m. reporting that a person had been involved in a collision with a car. […]
M2 in Kent Closed Eastbound Due to Police Incident; Delays Expected
The M2 motorway in Kent is closed eastbound between Junctions 1 and 3 near Maidstone following a police-led incident. The closure has caused significant disruptions, and drivers are being urged to find alternative routes as delays are expected. [block_2] Emergency services, including Kent Police, are at the scene, with National Highways Traffic Officers assisting in […]
