Appeal: Car reported stolen from Maidstone hotel contained items for funeral

A suspected thief is alleged to have stolen a car containing items for a funeral the evening before it took place.

Kent Police was called after a blue Ford Fiesta Titanium was reported missing from the Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel car park on Ashford Road, Maidstone.

It is believed the car was taken between 6pm and 9.45pm on Wednesday 30 September 2026.

Inside the vehicle were items for a funeral, including clothes and a laptop containing sentimental photos and videos.

Officers attended to carry out enquiries, including a review of available CCTV, and an investigation is underway.

Appeal

Sergeant Rachel Patton said:

‘Those responsible for this crime targeted a bereft pensioner, taking with them not only their means of transport but treasured memories of a loved one. 'Anyone with information, or who saw anyone acting suspiciously in the area, is urged to call the west Kent appeals line on 01622 604100, quoting reference 30-1717. 'Local residents with private CCTV or drivers with dashcam, who may have been in the area at the time of the incident, are also asked to check for footage.'