Police have arrested two men who were allegedly caught on CCTV breaking into vehicles in Swanley in the early morning of Wednesday 20 September 2023.
The suspects were spotted around 3.00am trying to open car doors and trespassing on people’s properties. They were quickly identified and located by officers using CCTV footage and arrested in Bevan Place, Swanley.
Police also recovered some items believed to be stolen, including a backpack and a new pair of Nike trainers.
Police are now asking residents and drivers to check their doorbell cameras and dashcams for any signs of suspicious activity.
Anyone who thinks they have been a victim of crime related to these incidents, or has any information that could help the investigation, should contact Kent Police on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/169233/23. Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111, or use the online form on their website.
The two men arrested were later released on bail with conditions, until 19 December, pending further enquiries.