It was reported to Kent Police that a pensioner was visited by a man, known to her previously as a tradesman, at her home on St Radigund’s Road on Tuesday 5 November 2024. After entering the property at around 6.30pm, the man went to the kitchen apparently to inspect the taps. The man was challenged and left the property.
The resident, who suspects a second person entered her property while she was distracted, later noticed that a handbag was missing and that personal items had been disturbed.
Police arrived and enquiries were carried out at the scene.
The man was described as white, around 5ft 3in and of slim build, with dark brown hair and clean shaven, wearing a black jacket with a white trim.
An investigation is ongoing and anyone with relevant information, including CCTV or doorbell footage, is urged to contact Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/188069/24. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete their online form.