Woman’s Body Found at Maidstone Nature Reserve
Police were called to Hayle Park Nature Reserve in Maidstone early this morning after a woman’s body was discovered near Fieldfare Drive.
Early Morning Discovery Sparks Police Investigation
The grim find came around 7.30am, prompting officers to rush to the scene. Kent Police swiftly set up a cordon and erected a forensic tent, screening off roughly 150 metres of pathways from public view. The usually busy reserve, a favourite with walkers and families, has been shaken by the incident.
Death Not Treated as Suspicious
A Kent Police spokesperson said: “The death is not being treated as suspicious and the woman’s next of kin has been informed. A report will now be prepared for the coroner.”
Cllr Paul Wilby, chair of the nature reserve trustees, is supporting the investigation and has offered CCTV footage to police. The community is left in shock with the park’s annual open day scheduled for Sunday, 7 September.
What We Know So Far
- Police received the call at around 7.30am on Saturday after the body was found near Fieldfare Drive.
- A police cordon and privacy screens are in place at Hayle Park Nature Reserve.
- The death is not being treated as suspicious. Next of kin have been informed.
- A coroner’s report will follow as part of standard procedures.
- The reserve remains frequented by locals and dog walkers despite the police presence.
- The park’s annual open day is still planned for Sunday.
No further details have been released by authorities at this time.
