Man Throws Petrol Bombs at Dover Migrant Centre Before Taking Own Life

A man launched petrol bombs attached to fireworks at a migrant processing centre in Dover before killing himself, witnesses say.

White Male Attacker Strikes Then Ends His Life

The attacker, described as a white man in a striped shirt, drove up to the centre in a white SEAT SUV. He stepped out and threw three petrol bombs. One failed to explode, according to a nearby photographer.

Tragedy Ends at Petrol Station

After the attack, the man drove to a nearby petrol station where he took his own life. Police arrived minutes later and sealed off the scene.

Kent Police and the Home Office have been contacted for comment.

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