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Witness appeal following M20 collision near Ashford
12:26 17/09/2026Officers are keen to track down a lorry driver who might have information regarding the collision on Monday 14 September.
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Crimes and priorities
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Road safety issues.
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Several drivers have been reported for motoring offences including offences of driving without third party insurance, driving without a valid MOT and driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs. One driver who was arrested for suspected drug drive related matters remains on police bail whilst his blood specimen is analysed. Aside from general patrolling stops, the Ashford Neighbourhood Policing Team have had local road policing day of action across the area which resulted in 21 vehicles penalised for various motoring matters including speeding.
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Drug taking.
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Patrolling has taken place in hotspot locations such as Hythe Road and Canterbury Road which commute in and out of the town from residential areas during school and commuting hours. Patrolling has seen an observed reduction of e-scooters and e-bikes locally. E-bikes are being stopped and checked for compliance. Checks were completed on 1 cyclist modified e-bike, but it was found to be compliant. Patrolling of the area for improper use will continue.
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E-scooters and E-bikes.
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Patrolling has taken place in hotspot locations such as Hythe Road and Canterbury Road which commute in and out of the town from residential areas during school and commuting hours. Patrolling has seen an observed reduction of e-scooters and e-bikes locally. E-bikes are being stopped and checked for compliance. Checks were completed on 1 cyclist modified e-bike, but it was found to be compliant. We continue to patrol the key areas of offending.