Phone Thief Strikes in Busy Maidstone Café
At around 2.15pm on Thursday 17 February 2022, a cheeky thief swiped a phone from an unsuspecting customer in a King Street café, Maidstone.
CCTV Footage Released to Catch Suspect
Police have released a CCTV image of a man they believe holds vital clues to the robbery. The suspect reportedly handed out leaflets and may have picked the victim’s pocket while chatting to them.
Inspector Steve Kent, Maidstone’s Community Safety Unit, said: “The suspect was handing out leaflets and it’s thought the phone was stolen while he was talking to the victim. We are seeking a man shown in the CCTV image who may have important information. Although he is wearing a face mask, we hope someone who knows him will come forward.”
Police Urge Public to Speak Up
Anyone with information is urged to contact 123.
