A Broadstairs man has been given a 19-year custodial sentence after he was found guilty of raping two women
On 30 March 2022, Kent Police received a report that James Golding had assaulted and raped a woman at his home earlier in the month. Despite the woman’s attempts to leave, Golding had dragged her back and locked the door to stop her from leaving. During the evening, he subjected his victim to violence, and […]
St John the Baptist Church in Kingscote Targeted by Thieves
Police have issued an appeal after a historic church was recently targeted by thieves. St John the Baptist Church in Kingscote was broken into by offenders who stole a quantity of ecclesiastical silverware and a safe. The thieves gained entry to the building by smashing a leaded window. Officers believe the incident took place between […]
Jay Slater’s Mother Provides Update and Announces Plans to Use GoFundMe Funds
Jay Slater’s mother has announced that the family is working with GoFundMe to withdraw some of the £36,000 raised since the teenager’s disappearance. Debbie Duncan, posting on the “Get Jay Slater Home” page on the crowdfunding platform, said the money would be used to support the mountain rescue teams who are tirelessly searching for Jay. […]
Man Convicted of Raping Young Girl in Wolverhampton Receives 12-Year Sentence
Dane Bartholomew from Sussex, has been sentenced to 12 years and four months in prison after being convicted of raping a young girl in Wolverhampton. The case came to light when the victim bravely disclosed the abuse to her family, leading to a thorough investigation by Police. Victim’s Courageous Testimony The young victim’s courage played […]
Former Newcastle United Owner Sir John Hall Endorses Reform UK
In a surprising turn of events, former Newcastle United owner and long-time Conservative donor Sir John Hall has publicly endorsed Reform UK. Speaking during Nigel Farage’s rally on Thursday, June 27, Sir John expressed his dissatisfaction with the Conservative Party, stating that they “are not representing my views.” He believes that Reform UK will be […]
Two suspected drug dealers have been charged after police made arrests in Canterbury
Plainclothes officers in the city centre detained and searched two men after witnessing suspicious activity on the afternoon of Tuesday 25 June 2024. Both men were then arrested on suspicion of drugs offences and suspected class A drugs were seized, along with cash. Detectives from Kent Police’s County Lines and Gangs Team have since charged […]
Reports of drug deals in a Maidstone underpass led to two arrests and the seizure of 84 bags of cocaine
On 11 June and 19 June 2024, it is alleged a man was seen dealing drugs to a local known user in an underpass near Medway Street. Less than a week later, officers saw a suspect matching the description near Pudding Lane and arrested him on suspicion of drug-related offences. Subsequent searches led to the […]
Kent Police Appeal for Information on Missing Teenage Boy from Medway
Kent Police are urgently appealing for information regarding the whereabouts of a missing teenage boy from Medway. Maxwell Kouassi, 14, was last seen at Gillingham Train Station on Monday, 24 June 2024, and it is believed he may have travelled to London by train. Maxwell is described as being around six feet tall, of slim […]
Major Incident Declared in Jersey After House Explosion in St Helier
A major incident has been declared in Jersey following a devastating house explosion in the capital city of St Helier. Emergency services were called to a property on Mont Pinel late last night, where they discovered the aftermath of a powerful blast. According to witnesses, nearby residents were evacuated from their homes and have remained […]
14-Year-Old Girl Bitten by Dog in St Leonards
Police are appealing for information following reports of an out-of-control dog in St Leonards. On Wednesday, 29 May, a 14-year-old girl was bitten by a dog in Gensing Gardens, off Charles Road, at approximately 9:45am. The girl sustained a minor injury to her arm. The dog, described as medium-sized, brown and white, and of a […]