Late-Night Smash and Grab in Strood

Kent Police rushed to a High Street shop at 3.04am on Monday, June 21, 2021, after the alarm blasted out.

Major Damage and Theft

The raid left the store badly damaged, with a haul of cigarettes and booze stolen.

Chase Ends in Arrests

On the way, officers spotted a shady vehicle and pulled it over. When it bolted, a high-speed pursuit ensued, with help from the police helicopter.

The chase finished near a Strood woodland, where officers and a police dog scoured the area.

Two Men Cuffed and in Custody

Local cops soon found two men in their thirties from the Medway area. Both were arrested and remain in custody, facing charges linked to the break-in.

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