A prolific burglar responsible for a string of break-ins across Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks has been brought to justice thanks to the discovery of bloodstains at multiple crime scenes. Freddie Webb, who preyed on homeowners while they were away on holiday, ransacked properties to pilfer jewellery, watches, and cash.
Webb carried out four burglaries between January 17th and April 5th, 2025, typically gaining entry by smashing patio door windows. A thorough CID investigation linked his DNA to several locations, including addresses on Frant Road and Broadwater Down in Tunbridge Wells, as well as a residence near Sevenoaks High Street.
On April 10th, law enforcement located Webb at a hotel on Hitchen Hatch Lane in Sevenoaks. Items of clothing recovered from his room matched descriptions of a hat and jacket worn by the perpetrator in CCTV footage from some of the burglaries. Further evidence emerged from a review of Webb’s mobile phone, which revealed internet searches related to news coverage of his name and recent burglaries in the Sevenoaks area.
The bloodstains recovered from bed sheets and a wardrobe proved crucial in solidifying the case against Webb, directly linking him to the targeted homes.
Webb, 49, of no fixed address was arrested and charged with four counts of burglary. He pleaded guilty at Maidstone Crown Court and on Friday 23 May was sentenced to three years and nine months in prison.
Leading the investigation was DC Chloe Chapman, who said:
‘Webb is a career criminal and prolific thief; the likes of whom think they can get away with making other people’s lives a misery. Thankfully, the evidence in this case was irrefutable, leading him no choice but to plead guilty.
‘Burglary is an incredibly invasive crime, which has a long term and often devastating effect on victims. Those targeted sometimes lose items of great sentimental value which can never be replaced, and it is for these reasons we will continue to relentlessly pursue offenders and bring them before the courts.’