Beach Hut Burglaries Hit Viking Bay Overnight!
Kent Police Launch Probe After Multiple Break-Ins
Kent Police were alerted on the morning of Saturday 8 July 2023 after several beach huts in the Viking Bay area were targeted overnight between Friday 7 and Saturday 8 July. Thieves forced their way into multiple huts, sparking an ongoing investigation.
Police Seek Witnesses and Footage
Officers are urging anyone with information, CCTV, or dashcam footage to come forward. Call Kent Police on 01843 222289 and quote reference 46/122226/23. Alternatively, you can report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or via their online form.
Owners Warned to Lock Up and Report Incidents
- Don’t leave valuables in beach huts overnight.
- Make sure huts are securely locked.
- If your hut has been broken into and you haven’t contacted police, report it immediately through the Kent Police website.
Stay vigilant and help keep Viking Bay’s beloved beach huts safe from thieves!
