Burglars Strike Kent Shop in Midnight Heist
Kent Police rushed to a shop burglary just after midnight on Wednesday, 21 September 2022. Two men were spotted trying to break into a cash machine next to the shop before smashing the front door to snatch a haul of cigarettes.
Police Chase Ends in Sittingbourne Arrest
Officers quickly tracked down a suspicious vehicle. The driver refused to stop, sparking a chase along the A249 Sheppey Way towards Iwade. The pursuit ended in Ledger Close, Sittingbourne, where police arrested a man. The van was stolen, and officers recovered a stash of suspected stolen cigarettes inside.
Spotted: Suspect and Ongoing Hunt for Accomplice
Mark Steed-Shadbolt, 31, from Peckham, London, faces charges including burglary, aggravated vehicle taking, and dangerous driving. He’s now in custody and set to appear at Medway Magistrates’ Court on 23 September.
The hunt continues for a second suspect, described as a white male wearing a black Adidas hoodie. Police urge anyone with tips to call Kent Police on 01795 419119, quoting reference 46/184590/22. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
