Kent in Shock After Shocking Hit-and-Run Drapes Man Along Busy Road
Man Dragged Along A289 Gads Hill in Brutal Hit-and-Run
Chaos erupted in Kent on Monday, 28th December 2025, when a man was slammed by a speeding silver Mercedes estate and dragged along the A289 Gads Hill near Waterside Lane, Gillingham. The horrific crash happened just after noon, with eyewitnesses horrified as the victim clung to the car’s bonnet before falling off near Grange Road.
One witness told us: “The driver didn’t stop – the man was still on the bonnet and was carried for some distance before falling off. It was horrific.” The silver Mercedes was found abandoned on Eastcourt Lane, Rainham, covered with a blue tarpaulin and seized by forensic teams.
Emergency Services Swarm Scene – Key Roads Sealed Off
- Pier Road closed between The Strand and Lower Rainham Road
- Lower Rainham Road shut near Eastcourt Lane junction
- Yokosuka Way blocked near McDonald’s on Beechings Way
Specialist Kent Roads Policing officers took over the investigation, sealing off the scene with road closures causing major disruption. The local air ambulance was on site, raising the urgency of this grim incident. Residents remain stuck inside cordons, unable to move vehicles or access homes, while search dogs comb nearby streets.
Police Launch Appeal for Crucial Clues
Kent Police urge local residents to check their CCTV and Ring Doorbell footage for any sighting of the silver or grey car involved at the time. Dashcam owners are encouraged to submit any video evidence to the Kent Police Evidence Portal.
Community Left Reeling Amid Rumours and Fear
Locals describe the area as notoriously dangerous, often plagued by speeding cars. Though there were swirling whispers about potential violence, police confirmed no firearms were involved. Shaken residents remain inside the police cordon, awaiting answers after witnessing a terrifying episode unfold on their doorstep.
A witness summed up the horror: “The driver just sped off after hitting the man. It was horrific.”
Kent Police have vowed to continue their probe and thanked the community for their ongoing support during this serious investigation.
