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Maidstone burglar jailed after partially severing a man’s thumb
A machete-wielding burglar who caused serious injuries to a man’s hand after entering his Maidstone flat has been jailed.
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Suspected Whitstable thief arrested following police pursuit
A suspected thief and dangerous driver who allegedly assaulted a police officer in Whitstable has been arrested.
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Drugs seized and suspected Canterbury dealer arrested
Drugs have been seized and a suspected dealer arrested following proactive work by officers in Canterbury.
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Child protection training put to the test in Canterbury hotels
The specialised operation on Friday 17 October 2025 assessed how well the city’s hospitality sector is applying child protection training.
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Cocaine haul and weapons found concealed under floor of Sevenoaks home
A drug dealer who went on the run has been tracked down and jailed for more than ten years.
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Over 120 arrests in Chatham crime clampdown
Officers spent a total of nearly 1,200 hours patrolling the High Street area – the equivalent of around 13 hours a day – between June and the end of August.
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Key witness sought after fatal collision near Whitstable
Officers are continuing to investigate the incident involving a Renault panel van and a Skoda Octavia at Chestfield.
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Witness appeal following collision in Gravesend
It happened at about 2.45pm on Saturday 11 October 2025.
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Appeal following fatal collision in Chatham
Witnesses, private CCTV, and dashcam footage are sought following a fatal collision in Chatham.
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More than 30 shoplifting charges secured in east Kent crackdown
More than 30 charges have been secured in four days as officers in east Kent continue to crack down on shoplifting.
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