Two weapons were seized, and one man was arrested on suspicion of drug driving during a crime crackdown in Edenbridge.
On Friday, August 23, 2024, officers from Kent Police partnered with Sussex Police" link="linked" id="95722">Sussex Police in a joint operation to address a recent rise in drug-related and vehicle crimes in West Kent town. Fourteen additional officers were deployed for the operation.
Inspector Mark Stubberfield said:
“In response to residents’ concerns about violent crimes in Edenbridge, we are coordinating a regular enhanced police presence in the town and carrying out more operations specifically designed to tackle burglaries, vehicle thefts, and drug-related offences. Since implementing a more robust response, I am pleased to say we have seen a reduction in these types of crimes. Officers will continue to patrol the town to deter offenders and act swiftly to tackle known suspects or suspicious behaviour.”
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