Two charged in Ashford over high value bank card theft
Two suspects have been formally charged in connection with an ongoing investigation into a bank card stolen from a local shopper. The incident occurred on November 5th, 2024, when a…
Off-duty cop nabs phone thief at Bluewater shopping centre
A quick-thinking off-duty copper turned hero at the Bluewater shopping centre on Saturday. The officer was minding his own business when a shoplifter made a run for it after nicking…
Persistent shoplifter in Tunbridge Wells jailed for defying Court Order
Library image A persistent shoplifter has been sent to prison after ignoring a court order banning him from Tunbridge Wells stores. Tommy Robertson, 59, breached a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO)…
Pair who robbed man of his car in Dover jailed for over 5½ years
Library image A man and a woman who robbed their victim of his car in Dover have been jailed for a total of five years and eight months. Jade Cosier,…
Two arrested in connection with multiple keyless car thefts in Kent
A number of thefts occurred between September 24th and 26th, with vehicles stolen from homes in Whitstable and Rochester. Following an investigation, Kent Police executed warrants in Grays, Essex on…
Stay vigilant after spate of purse thefts from Sittingbourne shoppers
Shoppers are being reminded to stay vigilant following reports of cash being stolen from bags and purses in Sittingbourne. On the morning of Friday 1 November 2024, it’s reported a…
Prolific shop thieves caught red handed trying to RETURN stolen items to Swanley store
Kent Police has reported that two prolific shop thieves attempted to return stolen items to the shelves after they were caught in the act by officers in Swanley. Jessica Cook…
Three women in court over suspected shoplifting in Swanley and Tunbridge Wells
Library image The campaign to protect west Kent shops from retail crime has continued with charges for three women. Two Orpington women aged 46 and 37 allegedly went to Asda…
Cash machine thieves told to pay back £120,000 or face more time in jail
Kent Police report that two members of a group who caused huge damage to businesses around Kent during a series of cash machine thefts have been told to repay more…