Drugs seized in Thanet night time operation
Thanet District Council join forces with police A joint operation by Kent Police, Kent Special Constabulary, and Thanet District Council has resulted in the seizure of drugs and the identification…
Persistent Maidstone beggar warned he faces jail
Library image A persistent beggar in Maidstone, who has repeatedly asked for money despite having accessible accommodation, has been issued a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO). On 3 October, the…
Cops and canines join huge operation in Kent uncovering illicit tobacco and vapes
In a dramatic crackdown on illegal tobacco, Kent Trading Standards, alongside Kent Police, HMRC, and their trusty detection dogs Griff, Bran, and Maggie, executed one of the largest operations ever…
Prolific thief jailed after stealing from Sheerness and Sittingbourne supermarkets
A prolific Swale shoplifter has been jailed and will be subject to a strict criminal behaviour order preventing her entering a store with a bag that is not clear, on…
Margate gun swap duo told to cough up £60,000
Two men seen exchanging a gun in Margate have been ordered to hand over more than £60K of criminal assets. Lee Walker, 37, and Alex Vassallo, 30, were spotted acting…
NCA and European partners intercept hundreds of dangerous lifejackets destined for Channel Crossing migrants
National Crime Agency officers have worked with law enforcement partners across Europe to seize around 600 dangerous lifejackets that were destined for use by organised crime groups smuggling migrants across…
Canterbury cop reportedly bitten by teenager in city centre
Kent Police are seeking witnesses following an alleged assault on a police officer in Canterbury. On Friday, 30 August 2024, officers were in the city centre discussing the legalities of…
Holy Heist! Cash vanishes from Dartford church amid anti-crime Crusade!
On Tuesday 27 August 2024, Kent Police received a report that cash had been stolen from a church in Dartford while a victim was distracted during an anti crime crackdown.…
National plan to target crime and antisocial behaviour in Chatham
A national initiative aimed at improving the lives of people affected by crime and antisocial behaviour has today (20 August) been launched in Chatham. The tactic known as ‘Clear, Hold,…
Three jailed over cultivation of 1,700 cannabis plants in Ramsgate
Kent Police carried out a warrant at a site in Leigh Road Ramsgate on Wednesday 1 May 2024 and discovered three men inside who were all detained and a search…