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Two in hospital and four arrested after disturbance involving a knife in Dartford

Two men hospitalized and four arrested after a knife disturbance in Dartford.

MOST WANTED in Kent including sex attack suspect and alleged drug dealer

Kent Police has released an updated list of 29 individuals currently wanted for various crimes across the region as of November 2024.

Drones used in investigation into 'targeted' vehicle damage on A2

Kent Police are employing drones to investigate dangerous incidents involving vehicles.
Instances of projectile attacks on vehicles have raised public safety alarms.

Fortunate nobody was injured' after objects catapulted' at cars on A2

No injuries reported after objects were thrown at cars on the A2, prompting an investigation by police.

Man left with damaged teeth after being punched in the face in Dartford bar

A man suffered dental injuries after being assaulted in Dartford Sports Bar; police seek help identifying suspects.

Two in hospital and four arrested after disturbance involving a knife in Dartford

Two men hospitalized and four arrested after a knife disturbance in Dartford.

MOST WANTED in Kent including sex attack suspect and alleged drug dealer

Kent Police has released an updated list of 29 individuals currently wanted for various crimes across the region as of November 2024.

Drones used in investigation into 'targeted' vehicle damage on A2

Kent Police are employing drones to investigate dangerous incidents involving vehicles.
Instances of projectile attacks on vehicles have raised public safety alarms.

Fortunate nobody was injured' after objects catapulted' at cars on A2

No injuries reported after objects were thrown at cars on the A2, prompting an investigation by police.

Man left with damaged teeth after being punched in the face in Dartford bar

A man suffered dental injuries after being assaulted in Dartford Sports Bar; police seek help identifying suspects.
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#sexual-assault

Sex offender from Dartford who assaulted two children for over 30 years jailed

Steven Franklin, aged 71, was sentenced to 26 years for sexually assaulting two children over three decades.

MOST WANTED in Kent including suspected knifeman and accused sex attacker

The Kent Police most wanted list includes individuals accused of sexual assault, harassment, assault, and escaping lawful custody.
The list also includes individuals wanted for recall to prison.
The public is encouraged to call 999 or contact the police online if they have any information on the whereabouts of these individuals.

Sex offender from Dartford who assaulted two children for over 30 years jailed

Steven Franklin, aged 71, was sentenced to 26 years for sexually assaulting two children over three decades.

MOST WANTED in Kent including suspected knifeman and accused sex attacker

The Kent Police most wanted list includes individuals accused of sexual assault, harassment, assault, and escaping lawful custody.
The list also includes individuals wanted for recall to prison.
The public is encouraged to call 999 or contact the police online if they have any information on the whereabouts of these individuals.
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#traffic-incident

Motorcyclist in hospital as vehicle flees scene in crash near Dartford Crossing

A motorcyclist is hospitalized after a crash on the M25, with police seeking a fleeing second vehicle.

Person injured in three-vehicle crash on A2 near Dartford

A three-vehicle crash injured one person and caused significant traffic delays on the A2 near Dartford.

M25 reopens nine hours after serious' motorcycle crash near Dartford Crossing

The M25 was closed for hours due to a serious motorcycle crash but has since reopened.

'Severe delays' tonight as 'serious' motorbike crash shuts Dartford Crossing

The Dartford Crossing was shut down due to a serious motorcycle crash, causing significant delays on the M25.

Driver, 29, dies after car crashes into central barrier on A2

A 29-year-old man died after his car crashed into a barrier on the A2 in an incident that occurred early Thursday morning.

One taken to hospital after three-vehicle crash on A2 near Bluewater

A three-vehicle crash on the A2 near Bluewater resulted in one hospital admission for minor injuries and traffic delays during the morning commute.

Motorcyclist in hospital as vehicle flees scene in crash near Dartford Crossing

A motorcyclist is hospitalized after a crash on the M25, with police seeking a fleeing second vehicle.

Person injured in three-vehicle crash on A2 near Dartford

A three-vehicle crash injured one person and caused significant traffic delays on the A2 near Dartford.

M25 reopens nine hours after serious' motorcycle crash near Dartford Crossing

The M25 was closed for hours due to a serious motorcycle crash but has since reopened.

'Severe delays' tonight as 'serious' motorbike crash shuts Dartford Crossing

The Dartford Crossing was shut down due to a serious motorcycle crash, causing significant delays on the M25.

Driver, 29, dies after car crashes into central barrier on A2

A 29-year-old man died after his car crashed into a barrier on the A2 in an incident that occurred early Thursday morning.

One taken to hospital after three-vehicle crash on A2 near Bluewater

A three-vehicle crash on the A2 near Bluewater resulted in one hospital admission for minor injuries and traffic delays during the morning commute.
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#missing-person

URGENT search for missing Dartford girl, 17, with south east London links

Officers urgently appeal for information on missing 17-year-old Paige Ripley, last seen on August 3, 2024, in Gillingham.

Urgent search launched for missing girl, 14, believed to be in Bexleyheath

An urgent police appeal has been made to locate missing 14-year-old Courtney Crackson last seen in Rochester.

Call 999 if you see missing boy, 14, with links to Dartford

A 14-year-old boy named Daniel Kowliski-Balabka is missing and last seen in Strood; public urged to call 999 with information.

Concern for welfare of man reported missing in Dartford - call 999 if seen

Police are urgently searching for missing 27-year-old Bradlee Slack last seen in Dartford.
Public urged to report sightings of Bradlee Slack, who may be in Herne Bay.

Concerns for welfare of missing Dartford man last seen six days ago

Dawid Kozaczyk, a 41-year-old man from Dartford, has been missing for six days, raising concerns for his welfare.

Concern for welfare of woman, 68, missing from Swanley - call 999 if seen

Jeneve (Jenny) McKee, 68, missing from Swanley with concerns for her welfare.
Last seen at Swanley train station, believed to have caught a train towards London, described as five feet tall with blonde hair.

URGENT search for missing Dartford girl, 17, with south east London links

Officers urgently appeal for information on missing 17-year-old Paige Ripley, last seen on August 3, 2024, in Gillingham.

Urgent search launched for missing girl, 14, believed to be in Bexleyheath

An urgent police appeal has been made to locate missing 14-year-old Courtney Crackson last seen in Rochester.

Call 999 if you see missing boy, 14, with links to Dartford

A 14-year-old boy named Daniel Kowliski-Balabka is missing and last seen in Strood; public urged to call 999 with information.

Concern for welfare of man reported missing in Dartford - call 999 if seen

Police are urgently searching for missing 27-year-old Bradlee Slack last seen in Dartford.
Public urged to report sightings of Bradlee Slack, who may be in Herne Bay.

Concerns for welfare of missing Dartford man last seen six days ago

Dawid Kozaczyk, a 41-year-old man from Dartford, has been missing for six days, raising concerns for his welfare.

Concern for welfare of woman, 68, missing from Swanley - call 999 if seen

Jeneve (Jenny) McKee, 68, missing from Swanley with concerns for her welfare.
Last seen at Swanley train station, believed to have caught a train towards London, described as five feet tall with blonde hair.
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Police investigate after vehicles damaged by 'catapult' fired on major road

Objects believed to be fired from a catapult damaged vehicles along the A2 near Darenth, requiring police investigation.
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Motorcyclist dies after crash on M25 near Dartford Crossing

A motorcyclist has died following a crash on the M25 near the Dartford Crossing.

Dartford Crossing will stay shut 'throughout evening' after 'serious' crash

Dartford Crossing will be closed for several hours due to a serious motorcycle crash, causing significant delays for motorists.

Woman taken to hospital after Dartford Crossing crash

Traffic queueing on the M25 due to accident at Dartford Crossing.
Woman taken to hospital after crash at Dartford west tunnel.

Motorcyclist dies after crash on M25 near Dartford Crossing

A motorcyclist has died following a crash on the M25 near the Dartford Crossing.

Dartford Crossing will stay shut 'throughout evening' after 'serious' crash

Dartford Crossing will be closed for several hours due to a serious motorcycle crash, causing significant delays for motorists.

Woman taken to hospital after Dartford Crossing crash

Traffic queueing on the M25 due to accident at Dartford Crossing.
Woman taken to hospital after crash at Dartford west tunnel.
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#emergency-services

Motorcyclist in hospital after Dartford crash

A motorcyclist in Dartford was hospitalized after a crash, but injuries are not life threatening.

Major emergency services presence after serious' van and lorry crash in Dartford

A serious crash involving a van and a lorry in Dartford led to a woman being injured but with non-life-threatening injuries.

Boy taken to hospital after being hit by car in Dartford

A boy was hospitalized after a car collision in Dartford, emphasizing pedestrian safety concerns.

AVOID' area as M20 closed after serious' three-car crash

A serious three-car crash has caused full traffic stoppage on the M20 in Kent, with emergency services on-site.

Motorcyclist in hospital after Dartford crash

A motorcyclist in Dartford was hospitalized after a crash, but injuries are not life threatening.

Major emergency services presence after serious' van and lorry crash in Dartford

A serious crash involving a van and a lorry in Dartford led to a woman being injured but with non-life-threatening injuries.

Boy taken to hospital after being hit by car in Dartford

A boy was hospitalized after a car collision in Dartford, emphasizing pedestrian safety concerns.

AVOID' area as M20 closed after serious' three-car crash

A serious three-car crash has caused full traffic stoppage on the M20 in Kent, with emergency services on-site.
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Tommy Robinson charged under terror laws

Tommy Robinson was charged under terrorism laws after failing to provide a mobile phone PIN, amid ongoing legal troubles including contempt of court.
#theft

Welling midnight burglar who stole nearly 10,000 of perfume is jailed

Gary Parks was jailed for eight years for stealing over £10,000 worth of perfume and multiple vehicle thefts.

Man arrested in Dartford after luxury Bentley car 'stolen'

A man was arrested for allegedly stealing a Bentley Bentayga in Kent, tracked down quickly by police.

Welling midnight burglar who stole nearly 10,000 of perfume is jailed

Gary Parks was jailed for eight years for stealing over £10,000 worth of perfume and multiple vehicle thefts.

Man arrested in Dartford after luxury Bentley car 'stolen'

A man was arrested for allegedly stealing a Bentley Bentayga in Kent, tracked down quickly by police.
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#m25-crash

Police search for lorry driver who 'left scene' as man in his 40s dies in M25 crash

A man in his 40s died after a crash on the M25; police seek the lorry driver involved.

Two taken to hospital after four-vehicle crash on M25 near Dartford

Two individuals hospitalized after M25 crash, minor injuries, lanes closed briefly for vehicle recovery

Police search for lorry driver who 'left scene' as man in his 40s dies in M25 crash

A man in his 40s died after a crash on the M25; police seek the lorry driver involved.

Two taken to hospital after four-vehicle crash on M25 near Dartford

Two individuals hospitalized after M25 crash, minor injuries, lanes closed briefly for vehicle recovery
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#crime

Fake charity worker outside Orpington Tesco snatches necklace from elderly woman

A fake charity worker was sentenced for robbing an elderly woman outside Tesco, highlighting the vulnerability of older victims.

Man taken to hospital after stabbing on busy Dartford road

A man was hospitalized after a stabbing incident in Dartford but has since been discharged.

Fake charity worker outside Orpington Tesco snatches necklace from elderly woman

A fake charity worker was sentenced for robbing an elderly woman outside Tesco, highlighting the vulnerability of older victims.

Man taken to hospital after stabbing on busy Dartford road

A man was hospitalized after a stabbing incident in Dartford but has since been discharged.
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Missing Kent boy, 16, may have used trains to get to London

Police searching for missing teenager with links to London and Liverpool.

Army soldier stabbed in attack near barracks as wife screams for help'

The British army soldier was repeatedly stabbed outside his home, with unclear motivation for the attack.

'Shock' after soldier stabbed outside army barracks in Gillingham

Defence Secretary expresses shock after soldier stabbed near Army barracks in Kent.

Man in serious' condition after suspected stabbing near barracks in Gillingham

A man in his 40s was rushed to hospital after a suspected stabbing near a military barracks in Kent. A 24-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

Woman and girl, 16, arrested after disturbance in Dartford

Two individuals arrested after disturbance in Dartford.

Traffic chaos as A2 blocked in both directions due to concerns for welfare of person

A2 Gravesend traffic blocked in both directions due to a police incident.
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Man rushed to hospital with burn injuries after chemical attack in graveyard

A man was rushed to the hospital with burn injuries after a chemical attack in a graveyard in Ramsgate, England.
Kent Police are investigating the incident and appealing for witnesses as they search for the suspect.

Elderly woman in serious condition after Kent crash with Lewisham man arrested

An elderly woman in serious condition after a crash in Northfleet, resulting in a man's arrest for dangerous driving and driving whilst unfit through drugs.

Police search for south east London man' after alleged kidnapping

Kent Police released photos of a man linked to a kidnapping and blackmail incident in Headcorn, Kent, seeking public assistance in identifying him.

Man dies in crash between two motorbikes on A2 near Dartford

A man in his 30s died and another man was seriously injured after a crash between two motorbikes on the A2 near Dartford.

Girl lifted to hospital after falling from a Caffe Nero window

Young girl airlifted to hospital after falling from window above Caffe Nero in Kent.
Kent Police, ambulance service, and air ambulance crew responded to the incident.

Two south east Londoners arrested after person seriously injured in A2 crash

Two people arrested following serious crash on A2 in Dartford.
Kent Police seeking witnesses and footage for investigation.

Man rushed to hospital with burn injuries after chemical attack in graveyard

A man was rushed to the hospital with burn injuries after a chemical attack in a graveyard in Ramsgate, England.
Kent Police are investigating the incident and appealing for witnesses as they search for the suspect.

Elderly woman in serious condition after Kent crash with Lewisham man arrested

An elderly woman in serious condition after a crash in Northfleet, resulting in a man's arrest for dangerous driving and driving whilst unfit through drugs.

Police search for south east London man' after alleged kidnapping

Kent Police released photos of a man linked to a kidnapping and blackmail incident in Headcorn, Kent, seeking public assistance in identifying him.

Man dies in crash between two motorbikes on A2 near Dartford

A man in his 30s died and another man was seriously injured after a crash between two motorbikes on the A2 near Dartford.

Girl lifted to hospital after falling from a Caffe Nero window

Young girl airlifted to hospital after falling from window above Caffe Nero in Kent.
Kent Police, ambulance service, and air ambulance crew responded to the incident.

Two south east Londoners arrested after person seriously injured in A2 crash

Two people arrested following serious crash on A2 in Dartford.
Kent Police seeking witnesses and footage for investigation.
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Driver 'advised to go to hospital' after car and lorry crash on M25

Crash involving car and lorry closed M25 entry slip in Dartford

A2 CLOSED as armed police flock to scene over welfare concerns inside vehicle

Armed police closed A2 in Kent during rush hour due to welfare concerns for two men inside a vehicle.
The incident near Gravesend caused delays but the road has since reopened after the men were located safely.

More than 500 migrants arrive in Kent small boats

514 migrants arrived in 10 boats from France, the highest daily total in 2021.
2021's Channel crossings reached 4,043 people, surpassing last year's total for the same time period.

Dog walkers killed after being hit by car in Maidstone

A man, a woman, and a dog died after a collision in Bearsted, Maidstone.
The collision involved a black BMW X5 and two pedestrians walking a dog in Thurnham Lane.
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Man fighting for life and one dead after van crashes into lorry on A2

Serious crash on A2 in Cobham resulted in one fatality and one critically injured individual

Man, 50, dies after fatal crash with lorry on the A2

One man dead, another in critical condition after A2 crash in Kent.

Man fighting for life and one dead after van crashes into lorry on A2

Serious crash on A2 in Cobham resulted in one fatality and one critically injured individual

Man, 50, dies after fatal crash with lorry on the A2

One man dead, another in critical condition after A2 crash in Kent.
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Dartford resident interrupted intruder with knife at bedroom window'

Four individuals charged with aggravated burglary after Dartford resident reported an intruder with a knife at their bedroom window.

Motorcyclist dies after crashing down embankment in Kent

A motorcyclist died in a crash in Gravesend after his Kawasaki motorcycle left the road and went down an embankment.

Second person dies after A2 crash in Kent

Second person dies following A2 Cobham crash.
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