Swift arrest following burglary in Folkestone

A suspected burglar has been arrested promptly in Folkestone following a reported break-in in the town.

Kent Police was called on Saturday 7 September 2024 to a report that premises near to The Leas had been targeted between 2am and 2.30am that morning and that alcohol had been stolen.

An investigation led to the arrest of a 30-year-old man on Thursday 12 September on suspicion of burglary.

He remains in custody pending further enquiries.