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Charges have been secured against two teenagers following the theft of a motorbike from South Darenth.
At 10.15pm on Thursday 20 June 2024, emergency call handlers received reports a motorbike had been stolen from Esparto Way.
It is reported four people wearing motorcycle helmets broke into a garage and took the vehicle, which was allegedly chained to the wall.
The suspects were disturbed by the owner of the property, and reportedly threatened him with a hammer before leaving the scene with the bike.
Two teenage boys were later arrested.
A subsequent search led to the recovery of the motorbike and the seizure of tools and a quantity of cannabis.
A 16-year-old boy from Gravesend has since been charged with robbery and possession with intent to supply cannabis.
A 17-year-old boy from Erith was also charged with robbery, criminal damage, and possession of cannabis.
Both have been bailed pending a hearing at Medway Youth Court on 8 August.