Nine-year jail term for man behind Folkestone knife assault
A man who cut a woman with a knife before attacking police has been jailed for nine years. Stuart Goodwin was arrested after police were called to an incident in…
Ten-year sentence following serious assault in Ramsgate
A ten-year prison sentence has been imposed on a man who stabbed a woman in Ramsgate. Clint Greenidge was convicted of wounding with intent on Monday 27 July 2020 following…
Further 63 fines for people breaching COVID-19 regulations across Kent
A further 63 fines have been issued this week to people breaching Covid-19 regulations as the country continues to be in lockdown. Since Monday 11 January 2021 officers fined more…
Boiler, worktops and copper piping stolen from new build home near Folkestone
Officers are appealing for information after building materials were stolen in Sellindge near Folkestone. The burglary took place at a site in Swan Lane between 5pm on Friday 8 January…
Two teenagers sentenced for brutal Canterbury city centre assault
Two teenagers have been sentenced for their part in a serious assault in Canterbury city centre which left a boy with long-term injuries. The victim, who was 17 at the…
Stun gun and drugs seized during investigation linked to illegal trade of puppies
Three people have been arrested after drugs and a stun gun device were seized as part of an investigation into the alleged illegal breeding and sale of puppies in west…
CCTV issued following assault on Whitstable bus driver
Officers investigating the assault of a bus driver in Whitstable have issued a CCTV image of a man. The victim reported that he was verbally abused and assaulted through his…
Police appeal following arson in Cliftonville
Officers investigating a suspected arson in Cliftonville are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Kent Police was called at 6.40am on Friday 1 January 2021 following a report of a…
Temporary mortuary in Kent is stark reminder of Covid-19 threat
The need to activate Aylesford Temporary Place of Rest underlines the severity of Covid-19 across Kent, say experts leading the county’s response to the pandemic. The Kent Resilience Forum opened…
More than 400 Kent Access Permit fines issued to HGV drivers
More than 400 fines have been issued to HGV drivers who failed to obtain a valid Kent Access Permit before entering the county. Whilst the majority of drivers are continuing…