Folkestone road safety check sees 32 fines issued
Police out in force Around half of the motorists stopped as part of a road safety initiative in Folkestone were issued with tickets. On Saturday 15 January 2022 members of…
Police operation highlights too many motorists putting other people’s lives at risk
Vehicles were seized and motorists fined during an operation run by the Special Constabulary in East Kent to help keep roads safe. The volunteer officers carried out stop checks on…
High value cars for sale in Kent are stolen after viewings by prospective buyers
Owners of cars advertised for sale are warned to take care after vehicles were reported stolen in north and west Kent. Officers are investigating the theft of five Mercedes and…
Noise complaints over motorcross near Cloverleaf roundabout in Ashford ends in court
Noise complaints and safety issues linked with motorcross bikes on land at Cloverleaf roundabout in Ashford leads to £334 in fines and court costs for the organiser A man breached…
Uninsured motorists in Kent face having cars seized
Roads policing officers in Kent are warning motorists that they will seize their car if it is not insured as they take part in a national campaign. Between Monday 15…
Duff rear light leads to curious Folkestone cops cannabis seizure and arrests in Thanet
Three arrests have been made after a van stopped for a faulty light resulted in police finding a cannabis cultivation in Thanet. Having seen the rear light not working, officers…
Early warning of road closure in Hawkinge
Kent County Council has announced a temporary Road Closure is due to be implemented in Cowgate Lane, Hawkinge on 29th November 2021 for 2 Days. It will be necessary to…
Ten years jail for driver who stabbed victim through arm after Maidstone crash
A motorist who was stabbed in the arm following a collision in Larkfield has seen the man responsible sent to prison. On 23 November 2020, a man in his 20s…
Slowly but surely Folkestone and Hythe will see nearly 100 new electric car charging points
Electric vehicle charging points Photo: FHDC A further 94 electric vehicle (EV) charging points are to be installed in district car parks as part of the council’s pledge to drive…