Town centre alleyway murder investigation in Dartford
Two suspects have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a man in Dartford. The 18-year-old victim suffered injuries consistent with stab wounds in an alleyway off…
Demonstrators keep up the pressure to Save Folkestone Library
A colourful banner on display – Photo: Ray Duff – By Ray Duff – Once more demonstrators gathered outside Folkestone Library and in the Town Centre. Despite the dull and…
Images of 4 women released following bulk theft of cosmetics from Sevenoaks shop
Kent Police Officers investigating a bulk theft in Sevenoaks have released CCTV images. The incident occurred at around midday on Saturday 1 April 2023, when it is reported a quantity…
Dover and Deal MP Natalie Elphicke welcomes state pension rise
Library image Dover & Deal MP Natalie Elphicke has welcomed the news that more than 22,300 pensioners across Dover, Deal and the villages will receive a 10% increase in their…
Folkestone rapist begins 18 year sentence
A man has been jailed for 18 years for raping a woman in his car near Folkestone. Peter Wrotchford targeted his victim as she walked in the Tram Road area…
Aircraft accident appeal for dashcam footage near Dartford Crossing
The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has issued an appeal for witnesses who may have information that could assist the safety investigation into an aircraft accident which occurred near to…
Driver who allegedly travelled wrong way on M20 collides with police car
Library image A man has been charged with seven offences including dangerous driving after travelling the wrong way on the M20. Just after 5pm on Tuesday 11 April 2023, patrols…
Fourth man arrested in connection with Canterbury car park death
Kent Police has reported a fourth arrest in connection with the death of a man in Canterbury. An investigation by the Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate was launched after…
Boy on drugs charge after officers spot suspected stolen car in Dartford
A teenage boy has been charged with drug offences after officers spotted a suspected stolen car in Dartford. Police were on a routine patrol on Tuesday 11 April 2023, when…
Prolific burglar jailed – Swanley
A prolific criminal has been jailed after targeting properties in Swanley. Over two months, John Schock committed multiple overnight burglaries and thefts, until a local officer identified him from CCTV…