Charges brought in Ramsgate murder investigation
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A suspect has been charged with murder following the death of a man in Ramsgate.
Kent Police was called to reports of a man with a knife near the harbour area at around 4.47am on Sunday 23 August 2026.
Officers attended the scene where two men, in Harbour Street and Harbour Parade, had suffered injuries consistent with stab wounds.
They were taken to a local hospital for medical attention. Ashley Jones, 52, was later pronounced deceased.
The second victim, a 48 year old man, has since been released from hospital.
As part of the investigation, a 45 year old man was identified as a third victim, although did not sustain any injuries.
An arrest was made shortly after the incident.
Charges
The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised charges of murder, causing grievous bodily harm with intent, attempted murder and possession of a bladed article in a public place, against 21 year old Kieran O’Rourke, of Seafield Mews, Ramsgate.
He will appear at Margate Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 26 August.