Channel Tunnel lorry driver jailed for nine years over £3.2m cocaine smuggling plot
A Serbian lorry driver has been jailed for nine years after attempting to smuggle 40 kilos of cocaine into the UK hidden amongst a load of bottle tops and paper…
Ramsgate burglary and assault on man in 70s prompts CCTV appeal
CCTV images of two men, shown below, who may have important information about a burglary in Ramsgate have been issued as Kent Police continues to appeal for information. Investigators believe…
43 years jail for brothers in smuggling plot after guns found in vehicle on Dover and Killingholme trips
The National Crime Agency reported on 22 September that two brothers have been sentenced to a total of 43 years in prison for smuggling illegal firearms into the UK. 30-year-old…
Council Leader spitting tacks as climate activists disrupt Dover port traffic – UPDATE – 39 arrested
Library image Kent Police were called to deal with ‘Insulate Britain’ protests which caused traffic disruption in Dover. At around 8.20am on Friday 24 September 2021 officers were called to…
Have your say on Bockhanger community space in Ashford after COVID-19 delay
Residents of Bockhanger will have a chance to discuss future plans for a new community space when a virtual consultation event is held on Wednesday 29 September 2021. This is…
Helicopter and light aircraft pilot volunteers become Kent Police’s eyes in the sky
The new Aviation CPVs with (far right) Citizens in Policing co-ordinator PC Graham Cheyne and PCC Matthew Scott Photo: Kent Police Helicopter and light aircraft pilots will be Kent Police’s…
Expedition ship embarks on maiden voyage from Dover
Expedition ship MS Maud embarks on inaugural UK departure for Hurtigruten Expeditions MS Maud officially set sail on her inaugural sailing from the Port of Dover – the first-ever year-round…
Deal farm shop powered up by Dover solar installation Green Grant
Mini solar farm installed earlier this year to provide power for Algar Lodge Farm Shop’s chillers, lighting and kitchen equipment Photo: DDC As part of its commitment to cut carbon…
Young Police Cadets clear used needles in sweep of Dover park
Young Police volunteers Police cadets in Dover took part in a sweep to rid the area of discarded drugs paraphernalia on Saturday, 18 September 2021. The young police volunteers concentrated…
Folkestone man charged with posting offensive Euro 2020 video on social media
A Folkestone man will appear in court alleged to have posted an offensive video on social media after the Euro 2020 final. The clip appeared online following the England football…