Man Arrested Over Ambulance Tyre Vandalism in Ramsgate
Kent Police have arrested a 47-year-old Ramsgate man suspected of slashing ambulance tyres in a brazen attack on emergency vehicles.
Nine Tyres Slashed on Six Ambulances
The damage happened between 8pm on Saturday 21 March and 7am the following day, when nine tyres across six ambulances were found punctured. Further tyre damage on two more ambulances was reported the following weekend, between 6pm on Saturday 28 March and the next morning.
All the targeted ambulances were parked on Haine Road, Ramsgate. The suspect was taken into custody early on Wednesday 1 April 2020.
Police Warn Against Reckless Attacks on Emergency Services
“To cause damage to ambulances during a time when it is so important all medical resources are available, is deeply concerning,” said Chief Inspector Ed Ruffle, District Commander for Thanet.
“We are continuing to carry out additional patrols in the area and thank those who have already come forward with information.”
Kent Police urge anyone who saw suspicious activity in Haine Road on either night to call 01843 222289 and quote reference 46/52297/20.
