ASHFORD — In a decisive move to reclaim the streets from anti-social behaviour, Ashford Borough Council has officially renewed and toughened its Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO), specifically targeting a…
Authorities have expanded their investigation into a suspected human trafficking operation after a sixth individual was charged with conspiring to facilitate illegal entry into the UK. This development stems from…
A local police team has made 11 arrests in one morning as part of an intensive day of enforcement. On a recent Friday in January 2026, officers from a regional…
Law enforcement and regulatory bodies recently concluded an intensive initiative, titled Operation Cane, to bolster public safety and dismantle organized crime networks. This intelligence-led operation targeted a range of offences…
Vehicles have been seized and traffic offences reported during the latest operation to tackle anti social and dangerous driving in Gravesend. Officers from the Special Constabulary and the Community Safety…
A suspected drug dealer on an e-bike failed to outsmart Kent Police drone pilots when he tried to evade arrest. On Saturday 3 January 2026, officers were in Gravesend town…
Police have moved to “lock down” town centres across Swale this New Year’s Eve, granting officers sweeping extra powers to banish troublemakers and seize vehicles in a major anti-crime blitz.…
A targeted policing operation over one of the year’s busiest shopping weekends led to multiple arrests, drug seizures, and the enforcement of a dispersal zone in Sittingbourne town centre. Increased…
A dispersal order will be in place in Sittingbourne over the weekend following concerns about antisocial behaviour. Enforcement started at 4pm on Friday 19 December and will run until 4pm…
Library image British Transport Police (BTP) is stepping up protective security measures across the rail network, including key routes through Kent, following the “horrific” terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Australia,…
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