FIRST PICTURE Three Teenagers Charged with Murder of Alexander Cashford After Fatal Attack in Leysdown-on-Sea

Three teenagers have been charged with murder following the death of a man in Leysdown-on-Sea, Isle of Sheppey.

Kent Police were called to Warden Bay Road, near Jetty Road, shortly after 7pm on Sunday (10 August) after reports of a disturbance involving a small group of people.

It is alleged the victim, 49-year-old Alexander Cashford, was assaulted and sustained multiple injuries. Despite the efforts of emergency services, Mr Cashford was pronounced dead at the scene.

A short time later, two boys aged 14 and 15 and a 16-year-old girl — all from London — were arrested. On Tuesday (12 August), all three were charged with murder by joint venture and remanded in custody to appear before Medway Magistrates’ Court the following day.

A 12-year-old girl, arrested in 1 on 12 August in connection with the incident, remains in custody as enquiries continue.

Detectives are urging witnesses or anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward. Information can be submitted via the Major Incident Public Portal, or by calling Kent Police on 01622 652006, quoting reference 46/139384/25.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.

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