Extra police officers are on patrol this evening (Wednesday 7 August 2024) in the High Street area of Gillingham, the area around Chatham railway station, the Castle Hill Road area of Dover and the University Road area of Canterbury, and have additional powers to deal with anyone suspected of being involved in crime or disorder.

Anyone who is asked to leave the areas must do so or risk being arrested.

Officers also have the power to stop and search anyone suspected of carrying weapons or planning to commit offences.

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