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Violent Maidstone thief hid under duvet during arrest
10:53 01/04/2026A violent thief who screamed and hid under a duvet as officers carried out an arrest at his London home has been jailed for seven years and six months.
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Crimes and priorities
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E-scooters/E-bikes.
Action taken:
Officers continue to take action against the illegal and antisocial use of e-scooters in the town centre. More than 200 e-scooters have been seized over the last 18 months as part of ongoing enforcement activity.
Officers also work closely with delivery companies and delivery riders to ensure e-bikes are legal, used safely and ridden responsibly. Through enforcement, education and partnership working, officers aim to improve safety for residents, visitors and other road users.
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Homelessness/begging.
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Officers continue to work with housing outreach services and partner organisations to support people who are sleeping rough. Regular multi-agency meetings are held to discuss concerns, coordinate support and help individuals access housing, health and other support services. This partnership approach aims to reduce vulnerability, improve wellbeing and provide long-term support for those affected by homelessness.
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Alcohol.
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Officers continue to work closely with licensing teams and local partners to help ensure the town centre remains a safe place for residents, visitors and businesses.
Several venues have successfully achieved Best Bar None accreditation, a nationally recognised scheme that promotes high standards of safety, management and customer care within licensed premises. This partnership approach helps encourage responsible alcohol management, support a safe night-time economy and improve safety within the town centre.