Witnesses sought following burglary at Tonbridge business

Officers are appealing for information following a burglary at a business in Tonbridge where more than 100 tools were stolen.

The break in happened between 3.08am and 3.20am on Tuesday 29 September 2026 on Branbridges Industrial Estate in East Peckham.

During the incident a group of 5 white men are reported to have made a hole through a brick wall before they went inside and stole 100 BT40 spindle tools, which are used to enable machines to perform operations such as milling and drilling.

As well as the tools, brass worth more than £5,000 was stolen along with some other items.

Following the burglary 4 of the suspects are believed to have left the area in a dark coloured Volkswagen, believed to be a Polo or Golf. The vehicle was displaying Irish number plates.

A white Citroen Dispatch van was also used which was driven away by the fifth suspect and as it was driven away the vehicle collided with a pole so it is likely the van will have damage to its front number plate.

Anyone with information which may be connected to the incident should call the Kent Police appeals line on 01622 604100 quoting reference 46/161476/26.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete their online form.