Witness Appeal After Two Men Injured in Ashford Assault
Kent Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault in Ashford that left two men injured on Halloween night. Officers were called to Brookfield Road, near the junction with Arlington, shortly before 9 pm on Thursday, 31 October, after reports of a disturbance involving a group of people. According to police, two men were allegedly […]
Three Arrested After Drugs and Weapons Seized by Ashford Police
Ashford police officers have arrested three men and seized a range of drugs, cash, and a weapon following a routine patrol near the town centre. The arrests were made on Wednesday, 30 October, after officers became suspicious of a vehicle in the Jemmett Road area. When officers approached the vehicle and spoke with the […]
Cash Machine Thieves Ordered to Repay £120,000 Following Series of Thefts Across Kent
Two men involved in a string of cash machine thefts that caused significant damage to businesses across Kent have been ordered to pay back over £120,000. Anthony Pemberthy and Stephen Davenport, both previously sentenced for their roles in the crimes, were brought back to court on 31 October 2024 for a Proceeds of Crime Act […]
An investigation into a burglary at a house in Greenhithe has resulted in two people being charged with offences
Vinnie Winter, 20, of Kingston Road, Ilford, London, and a 17 year old boy who cannot be named due to his age, appeared at Medway Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 31 October 2024. The hearing was held following a burglary at a property in Abbey Road, Greenhithe, which happened on Monday 9 September. During the incident […]
Kent Police Adopts ‘Forcer Protocol’ to Protect Missing Veterans
Kent Police has introduced a new initiative designed to protect missing veterans from coming to harm. The Forcer Protocol, officially launched at the Kent Police College on Wednesday, 30 October, is aimed at helping police locate veterans, reservists, and active armed forces members more quickly when they are reported missing or in need of […]
Convicted Murderer Sentenced to Life for Fatal Stabbing Outside Village Pub
A Canterbury man has been sentenced to life in prison, with a minimum term of 25 years, for the fatal stabbing of another man following a heated altercation outside a village pub. William Cosier, 34, of Well Lane, Canterbury, was found guilty of murder on 9 October 2024, and was sentenced at Canterbury Crown Court […]
A11 High Road Leytonstone Closed After Halloween Stabbing Incident
The A11 High Road in Leytonstone, London, has been closed in both directions following a stabbing incident on Halloween night. The area between Crownfield Road and Belton Road has been cordoned off as police investigate the “horror” stabbing, which occurred late on Wednesday. Emergency services quickly arrived at the scene, and the road remain […]
Police Seek Public’s Help to Locate Missing 76-Year-Old Man from Enfield
Enfield Police have issued an urgent appeal to locate 76-year-old Vincenzo, who has been reported missing from the Enfield area. He is considered a high-risk missing person, and authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in locating him. Vincenzo was last seen in Enfield, and police are concerned for his welfare. They have not released […]
Halloween Chaos as Group of Teens Sets Off Fireworks on Sutton High Street
A group of around 20 teenagers caused chaos on Sutton High Street this Halloween evening, setting off fireworks in public areas and alarming residents. Two passersby were struck by a stray firework rocket, though no serious injuries have been reported. Residents described the scene as frightening, with fireworks ignited in the streets and nearby roads. […]
Lorry Collides with Tree, Fuel Spills Across A395 in Cornwall Causing Long Delays
A section of the A395 in Cornwall was closed in both directions today after a lorry collided with a tree, resulting in a fuel spill and significant delays near Hallworthy. The incident, which occurred around 11:35 am near the Egloskerry turn-off and The Wilsey Down, led to extensive clean-up efforts throughout the day as debris […]