Weapon Found as Kent Murder Hunt Intensifies
Police have recovered a bloody weapon in a bush near the alley where a man was brutally murdered in Gillingham. The victim collapsed just yards from where he was stabbed in the street.
Forensics Seize Murder Weapon During Bush Search
Specialist officers carried out a mid-morning search of bushes backing onto the crime scene on Fox Street. They discovered the bloodied weapon and called in forensics experts, who carefully secured it in a plastic evidence tube.
A police drone also scanned the rooftops close to the scene as part of the ongoing investigation.
Man, 35, Dies After Street Stabbing on Fox Street
The victim, aged 35, was found and declared dead at the scene just after 1pm on Friday, 20 December. He had suffered stab wounds following an alleged argument with another man in the street.
A post-mortem is scheduled for Saturday, 21 December, as detectives from the Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate continue their probe.
Police Still Hunting Suspect – No Arrests Yet
Officers remain at the scene, combing the area for any discarded weapons and gathering evidence. No arrests have been made so far.
Anyone who witnessed the stabbing or the argument between the two men is urged to contact Kent Police on 101, quoting reference 20-0860. Alternatively, tips can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
