Folkestone and Hythe Residents Warned After Spate of Burglaries Steal Cash and Jewels
Alarm bells are ringing in Folkestone and Hythe after four break-ins – three burglaries and one attempted theft – hit the area in just two days. Crooks made off with cash and pricey jewellery, leaving locals feeling rattled.
Thieves Target Homes in Broad Daylight and Evening
Here’s what happened:
- Thurs 7 Nov, 1:10pm, Whitby Road, Folkestone: Three men tried to break in while the occupants were home. The burglars smashed a window, but fled when one victim made a noise (Crime ref: 46/213990/19).
- Thurs 7 Nov, 8am-1:15pm, Pilgrim Spring, Folkestone: Burglars took a stash of cash. Police are still checking if more was stolen (46/214135/19).
- Fri 8 Nov, 12:30pm-3:50pm, Octavian Drive, Lympne: Jewellery including a diamond ring, gold watches, and an emerald ring were pinched (46/215020/19).
- Fri 8 Nov, 7pm-7:45pm, Dymchurch Road, Hythe: Crooks made off with both cash and jewellery (46/215293/19).
Police Probe Possible Links Between Break-Ins
Kent Police are investigating these incidents and haven’t ruled out that the same gang could be behind them. They urge anyone who saw suspicious activity to come forward immediately.
If you have any information, please contact Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting the relevant crime reference number,” said an officer.
Alternatively, you can report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via Crimestoppers-uk.org.
Stay Safe: Top Tips to Protect Your Valuables
As part of their annual anti-burglary drive, cops are urging locals to lock down their valuables tight. Here’s what they recommend:
- Keep jewellery, cash, keys, and expensive items out of sight.
- Avoid storing large amounts of cash at home.
- Use a high-quality safe, bolted to a solid surface and hidden away.
- Consider a bank safety deposit box for pricey items.
- Photograph and record details of your gold and jewellery, keeping the info somewhere safe.
- Get valuables professionally valued and insured.
- Security-mark jewellery with suitable marking products.
- Install home security systems like alarms and CCTV.
Don’t be the next victim – tighten security now!
