Warehouse Heist Shakes Phoenix Park
In a daring overnight raid on Thursday 26 November 2020, criminals targeted a warehouse at Phoenix Park, Parkwood, making off with a large haul of parcels — and a van.
Quick Police Action Leads to Arrests
By the same day, police caught up with the stolen van in Maidstone, arresting two men. However, the stolen parcels remain missing.
The suspects, 23-year-olds David Walker from Gillingham and Jimmy Read, who has no fixed address, were charged with conspiracy to burglarise with intent to steal. They faced Medway Magistrates’ Court on 28 November and were bailed to appear at Maidstone Crown Court on 4 January 2021.
Ongoing Hunt for Missing Parcels
Kent Police are still investigating and urge anyone who spotted suspicious activity around Phoenix Park between 5pm on 25 November and 1am on 26 November to come forward.
Call Kent Police on 01622 604100 quoting reference 46/210447/20. Alternatively, report tips anonymously to Kent Crimestoppers at 0800 555111 or via their online form.
