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Friday 28th August 2026

Issue 2421

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Checked : Friday 28th August. Updated : Thursday 27th August

• Image appeal following report of indecent act in Ramsgate
• CCTV released after Gravesend restaurant burglary
• E-fit released following indecent exposure in Broadstairs
• Appeal following serious collision near Maidstone

Click for The KP Most Wanted Webpage

Checked : Friday 28th August. Updated : Thursday 27th August

 Has links to Swale, Medway and Essex 

 Has links to Sittingbourne.

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Checked : Friday 28th August. Updated : Thursday 27th August

• Arson charge after Gillingham blaze
• Arrests made and stolen road bike recovered in Ashford
• Suspected Deal burglar charged with multiple offences
• Child sexual abuser from Canterbury sentenced to prison
• Arrest made and power tools recovered in Gravesend
• Charges brought in Ramsgate murder investigation
• Violent abuser from London jailed
• Two arrested following report of rogue trading in Paddock Wood
• Police action results in thousands confiscated from Medway drug dealer

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service Incidents Webpage

Checked : Friday 28th August. Updated : Thursday 27th August

• Sauna alight in Harrietsham
• Fire outside commercial premises in Ashford
• Fire in Tonbridge

Click for The Kent County Council News Webpage

Checked : Friday 28th August. Updated : Thursday 27th August

Click for The Latest scam alerts from Which? Webpage

Checked : Friday 28th August. Updated : Monday 24th August

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

Click for The Get Safe Online News Webpage

Checked : Friday 28th August. Updated : Thursday 27th August

• Warning about fake charity appeals following Nepal / Tibet flash flood

Click for The Latest product recalls from Which? Webpage

Checked : Friday 28th August. Updated : Wednesday 26th August

• 25 August –  Tesco Finest Mozzarella Pearls & Pesto Orzo Salad recalled due to possible E. coli contamination

Click for The Trading Standards Product recalls & Safety Notices Webpage

Checked : Friday 28th August. Updated : Thursday 27th August

• Recall: Apeks XL4, XL4+ and Ocea Regulator Second Stages
• Safety Report: Dewulf R 3060 2-Row Self Propelled Potato Harvester
• Safety Report: Electric Elliptical Training Machine
• Recall: Tesco Finest Mozzarella Pearls & Pesto Orzo Salad
• Recall: Sand Art Activity Kit (sold via eBay and Amazon, update 1)
• Safety Report: Steam Cleaner
• Safety Report: Teashow 6V Battery Charger for Children’s E-Bikes (sold via Amazon)
• Safety Report: Vacuum Cleaner
• Safety Report: Electric Kettle, CZ-8520
• Safety Report: SUN Nail Art Lamp

Click for The KCC Traffic Information Webpage

Checked : Friday 28th August. Updated : Thursday 27th August

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

This Is The Most Likely Reason Your Phone Will Get Hacked

Our Tech Support experts explain how rogue apps can take over your phone, the warning signs to watch for and how to remove them

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Watch: How To Clean Your Mobile Phone Without Damaging It

Keep your phone germ-free and working at its best with our expert cleaning tips, plus the products and methods you should avoid

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

The Tech Problems We Solve Most Often – And How To Fix Them Yourself (Podcast)

Our experts share their expertise to get you back up and running

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Storm Damage: How To Protect Your Home From A Thunderstorm

Covering everything from pets to property, our guide has tips on how to keep safe when a storm is forecast by the Met Office

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

How To Spot A Fake Captcha – And What To Do If You Fall For One

Cybercriminals use convincing ‘verify you are human’ security checks to trick people into installing malware, but there are signs to look out for

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Investment Scams Surge: How Deepfakes And Dodgy Finfluencers Put Your Money At Risk

AI-generated Nigel Farage videos and fake trading firms are being used to lure unsuspecting victims

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

How To Spot A WhatsApp Scam

Find out how to spot and report WhatsApp scams

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Entry Exit System Update: Should I Still Expect Queues When Travelling To Europe?

A no-nonsense guide to new rule changes for those travelling into Europe, including an update on EES and Etias

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

A Guide To August Bank Holiday Travel In The South East

People travelling over the August Bank Holiday are being warned to expect busy roads and some rail line closures due to engineering works.

Click HERE for full details on the BBC website.

Please Find Attached This Week’s KFAS Fraud Alerts.

Feel free to share with family and friends and via your social media.

Click HERE for full details on the Kent Fraud Alert System website.

Road Works

Sevenoaks

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge
Emmetts Lane in Brasted	Between 00:15 on Saturday 1st of August and 00:30 on Thursday 20th of August. Somebody damaged the lock on the gate of a business property. Crime Report No. 46/140579/26
Crockenhill and Well Hill
Well Hill in Shoreham	Between 23:00 on Sunday 23rd of August and 11:30 on Monday 24th of August. Somebody broke into a garage at a residential property and stole a generator. Crime Report No. 46/140511/26
Dunton Green and Riverhead
Campion Square in Dunton Green	Between 09:00 on Friday 24th of July and 18:00 on Sunday 26th of July. Somebody damaged a window of a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/141181/26
Lyndhurst Drive in Riverhead	On Monday 24th of August around 14:12. Somebody smashed a window of a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/141066/26
Eynsford
High Street in Eynsford	Between 18:00 on Saturday 22nd of August and 12:00 on Sunday 23rd of August. Somebody stole a bronze Land Rover Discovery, EO10***, from outside a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/140386/26
Hartley and Hodsoll Street
Cherry Trees in Hartley	Between 00:01 on Wednesday 19th of August and 22:16 on Friday 21st of August. A group of young people tried to damage the front door of a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/139983/26
Fairby Lane in Hartley	On Friday 21st of August around 07:17. Somebody tried to break into a residential property. They may have been interrupted by someone. Crime Report No. 46/141059/26
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
Bradbourne Road in Sevenoaks	On Wednesday 12th of August between 23:30 and 23:59. Somebody tried to gain access to a residential property, but were disturbed. Crime Report No. 46/139844/26
Swanley St Mary’s
Hart Dyke Crescent in Swanley	Between 00:01 on Friday 21st of August and 09:28 on Saturday 22nd of August. Somebody smashed a window of a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/139996/26
Westerham and Crockham Hill
Atterbury Close in Westerham	Between 00:01 on Monday 10th of August and 09:12 on Monday 24th of August. Somebody stole a vehicle OE62*** from the road. Crime Report No. 46/140841/26
Market Square in Westerham	On Friday 21st of August around 14:00. Somebody stole a business phone from a restaurant. Crime Report No. 46/139670/26
South Bank in Westerham	On Tuesday 25th of August around 19:38. Somebody stole a motorbike from a driveway. Crime Report No. 46/140894/26

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Tuesday 25th August 2026

Issue 2420

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Checked : Tuesday 25th August. Updated : Monday 24th August

• E-fit released following indecent exposure in Broadstairs
• Man in serious condition after Dartford collision
• Missing teenager from Ebbsfleet
• Murder investigation launched in Ramsgate
• Fatal collision on M20 near Aylesford
• Image released in Ashford criminal damage investigation

Click for The KP Most Wanted Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 25th August. Updated : Monday 24th August

 Has links to Sheerness and Leicestershire. 

 Has links to Chatham, Margate and Broadstairs.

Click for The KP Policing news Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 25th August. Updated : Monday 24th August

• Chatham delivery van thief jailed within a day
• Sex offender jailed after collision outside Maidstone police station
• Shoplifter banned from stores across Kent
• Suspected robbers charged after safe and weapons seized in Ashford
• Prolific shoplifter banned from stores across Medway
• Charges secured following report of attempted aggravated burglary
• Careless Margate driver jailed following death of pedestrian

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service Incidents Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 25th August. Updated : Monday 24th August

• Field fire in Bethersden
• Barn fire in Westerham
• Derelict building fire in Sheerness
• Undergrowth alight in Chatham
• Fire at commercial premises in Greenhithe

Click for The Latest scam alerts from Which? Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 25th August. Updated : Monday 24th August

• Royal Mail scam

Click for The Latest product recalls from Which? Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 25th August. Updated : Saturday 22nd August

• 21 August – Warning over runny eggs due to salmonella outbreak

Click for The Trading Standards Product recalls & Safety Notices Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 25th August. Updated : Monday 24th August

• Recall: Various Wraps by Summit Foods
• Safety Report: Electric Bike, V20 PRO
• Safety Report: DayPlus Rechargeable Polishing Machine
• Safety Report: Marco Paul – Electric Hot Water Bottle
• Safety Report: Wall Charger RE-PD3506 (sold via Amazon)
• Safety Report: LED Ceiling Light
• Safety Report: Lufeiya Electric Tricycle
• Recall: Char-Broil Patio Bistro BBQ Grills
• Safety Report: DayPlus Rechargeable Grass Mower (sold via Amazon)
• Safety Report: HOIIME Cordless Pressure Washer

Click for The KCC Traffic Information Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 25th August. Updated : Monday 24th August

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

More Than Half Of Retirees Worried About Care Costs: What You Need To Know

Residential care costs on average £1,300 per week in the UK

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

How Your Banking App Can Help You Find Unwanted Subscriptions

New rules will make subscriptions easier to cancel from January, but your banking app could help you find them now

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Heatwave Medication Mistakes: A GP Explains What To Avoid

Hot weather can affect how certain medicines work and how your body handles the heat. Here are the extra precautions to take when a heatwave strikes

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Weight Loss Pills Are Here – What You Need To Know

How Wegovy and Foundayo tablets compare on cost and effectiveness to GLP1 jabs, who can get it and how, and the drawbacks to be aware of

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Scamwatch: ‘Has My Apple Pay Been Suspended?’

Which? warns of a new wave of convincing, but entirely fake, messages about Apple Pay

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Wellness Habits You Can Start Now – At No (or Little) Cost

Wellness has become a bit of a buzzword – and one that often comes with a hefty price tag.

Click HERE for full details on the BBC website.

⚠ Everything Sounded Genuine Until This Happened

Residents across Kent have been targeted by bank and police impersonation scam calls this week.

Click HERE for full details on the KCC Public Protection website.

Road Works

Sevenoaks

Click for The Sevenoaks District Council Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 25th August. Updated : Monday 24th August

• The Facts: Green Recycling Bags To Save Taxpayers £225,000

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Crockenhill and Well Hill
Eynsford Road in Crockenhill	Between 18:00 on Monday 10th of August and 14:15 on Monday 17th of August. Young people have caused damage within a farm shop. This is a repeat crime. Crime Report No. 46/137160/26
Daltons Road in Crockenhill	Between 21:00 on Tuesday 18th of August and 07:00 on Wednesday 19th of August. Somebody broke into a garage at a residential property. Items were stolen. Crime Report No. 46/137575/26
Dunton Green and Riverhead
Church Field in Riverhead	Between 11:00 on Thursday 20th of August and 11:53 on Saturday 22nd of August. Somebody broke into a residential property and stole personal items. Crime Report No. 46/139050/26
Edenbridge North and East
Farmstead Drive in Edenbridge	Between 00:01 on Monday 17th of August and 23:45 on Friday 21st of August. Somebody damaged the window of a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/138690/26
Swanley St Mary’s
Leewood Place in Swanley	On Thursday 20th of August between 21:30 and 22:00. Somebody damaged a window of a Nissan Almera parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/138525/26
Swanley White Oak
Strawberry Fields in Swanley	On Wednesday 19th of August around 21:02. Somebody tried to damage the front door of a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/138874/26
London Road in Swanley	On Saturday 22nd of August between 17:30 and 17:50. Somebody stole two bags of shopping left unattended outside a supermarket. Crime Report No. 46/139111/26

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Friday 21st August 2026

Issue 2419

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Checked : Friday 21st August. Updated : Thursday 20th August

• Arrests following serious assault in Dartford
• Witnesses sought following death of Ramsgate woman
• Appeal following arson in rural Dover village
• Missing girl from Harrietsham
• E-fit released following indecent exposure in Broadstairs

Click for The KP Policing news Webpage

Checked : Friday 21st August. Updated : Friday 21st August

• Gillingham sex offender jailed for breaching court order
• Abuser who jumped from window to evade arrest sentenced to prison
• Swift charges for suspected Ashford alloy wheel thief
• Strangler jailed after Chatham assault
• Over 100 vehicles stopped in Gravesend traffic operation
• CCTV image issued following alleged Herne Bay arcade theft
• Safety event held for young girls in Maidstone
• Tunbridge Wells rapist is jailed
• Over 3kg of suspected class A drugs seized in Dover
• Weapons and railway detonators recovered at Gillingham property

Click for The Kent and Medway CCG News Webpage

Checked : Friday 21st August. Updated : Tuesday 18th August

• What matters most to you about local NHS services?
• Get ready for the bank holiday weekend 

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service Incidents Webpage

Checked : Friday 21st August. Updated : Wednesday 19th August

• Outbuilding fire in New Romney
• Woodland alight in Dartford
• Tractor alight in Cranbrook
• Haybales alight in St Margaret’s-at-Cliffe, Dover
• Grass fire in Mote Park, Maidstone

Click for The Kent County Council News Webpage

Checked : Friday 21st August. Updated : Thursday 20th August

• Kent welcomes Government’s crackdown on waste crime
• GCSE Results Day for thousands of pupils across Kent
• Kent young people write open letter to schools supporting changes to uniforms and free school meals

Click for The Latest scam alerts from Which? Webpage

Checked : Friday 21st August. Updated : Thursday 20th August

• O2 scam calls
• Scam apps are hiding on copycat websites
• DVLA scam email

Click for The Get Safe Online News Webpage

Checked : Friday 21st August. Updated : Thursday 20th August

• New Fair Game report reveals online abuse is a ‘systemic safeguarding issue’ across all levels of football

Click for The Latest product recalls from Which? Webpage

Checked : Friday 21st August. Updated : Thursday 20th August

• 19 August – Pet food brand Years issues dog food recall over reports of eye issues

Click for The KCC Traffic Information Webpage

Checked : Friday 21st August. Updated : Thursday 20th August

• Maidstone, A229 Palace Avenue: UK Power Networks works until 21st August opposite Maidstone Police Station. Delays are likely during this period whilst lorries are delivering/removing materials at site. Approach with caution.

Squishy Dumpling Toys: Why You Need To Be Wary About The Latest Toy Trend

These collectible sensory toys have become one of the biggest children’s toy trends of the year – but what exactly are they, and why are some of the dupes potentially dangerous?

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Which Phone Apps Are Tracking Your Location? How To Check In 30 Seconds

See which apps know where you are and quickly review their location permissions on iPhone and Android in just a few taps

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

Which? Warns Of Sneaky Adverts Leading To ‘scamscriptions’

Disguised ads invite you to ‘click to continue’ or ‘verify’ your identity on popular websites

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

7 Foods You Should Think Twice About Before Reheating In The Microwave – And How To Reheat Leftovers Safely

Find out which foods lose their flavour, texture – or worse, pose health risks – when reheated in the microwave, plus expert tips to keep your leftovers tasting fresh

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

The Warning Signs Of A Pension Scam

When crooks can create a sophisticated website in minutes, you’ll need to look deeper to spot their scams

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

5 Surprising Airport Security Mistakes Slowing You Down At New Scanners, According To Experts

How to avoid time-consuming second searches of your hand luggage

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

The Summer Issue Of The West Kent Watchout Newsletter Is Now Available To Download

Click the link to go to the WKNWA website to download it.
Anyone who usually has a hard copy of the newsletter should receive it within 3 weeks.

Click HERE for full details on the West Kent Neighbourhood Watch Association website.

Road Works

Sevenoaks

Click for The Sevenoaks District Council Webpage

Checked : Friday 21st August. Updated : Tuesday 18th August

• Council gears up for new weekly food waste collections

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge
Chart Lane in Brasted	On Wednesday 19th of August around 19:29. Somebody damaged a window of a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/137063/26
Dunton Green and Riverhead
Maidstone Road in Riverhead	Between 00:01 on Wednesday 1st of July and 19:02 on Saturday 1st of August. Somebody damaged a conservatory at a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/136958/26
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
Dartford Road in Farningham	On Monday 17th of August around 07:32. Somebody in a blue Lexus IS 300 stole fuel from a petrol station. Crime Report No. 46/136757/26
Otford and Shoreham
Rye Lane in Otford	Between 22:00 on Thursday 13th of August and 22:35 on Saturday 15th of August. Somebody gained access to a vehicle and stole multiple tools. Crime Report No. 46/136034/26
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
High Street in Sevenoaks	On Monday 17th of August between 10:00 and 10:45. Somebody stole a bicycle from where it was secured in the road. Crime Report No. 46/136170/26
Swanley St Mary’s
Swanley Centre in Swanley	On Sunday 16th of August between 18:40 and 19:40. Somebody stole an e-scooter secured outside a gym. Crime Report No. 46/135705/26
Swanley White Oak
London Road in Swanley	On Saturday 15th of August around 11:20. Somebody stole a bank card from an ATM in a business property. Crime Report No. 46/136140/26
Westerham and Crockham Hill
The Green in Westerham	On Saturday 15th of August around 17:39. Somebody damaged the casing to a church organ. Crime Report No. 46/136611/26
Hosey Common Road in Westerham	On Sunday 16th of August between 00:01 and 12:30. Somebody stole multiple hay bales from a field. Crime Report No. 46/135474/26

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Tuesday 18th August 2026

Issue 2418

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Checked : Tuesday 18th August. Updated : Monday 17th August

• Racially aggravated assault in Canterbury
• Appeal following attempted motorbike robbery in Westerham
• Vehicles targeted by Faversham thief
• Serious collision on the A28 near Ashford

Click for The KP Policing news Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 18th August. Updated : Monday 17th August

• Three swift arrests follow serious assault in Rochester
• Marden drug dealer jailed after being caught throwing away supply
• Dispersal orders in place in Broadstairs and Margate
• Dover child sex offender jailed for 12 years
• Nitrous oxide seized following reports from Gravesend residents
• Brazen burglar targeted Medway and west Kent shops over two days

Click for The Kent Police and Crime Commissioner Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 18th August. Updated : Monday 17th August

• PCC Calls for Greater Support for Victims Amid Sentencing Reforms

Click for The Kent Fire and Rescue Service Incidents Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 18th August. Updated : Monday 17th August

• Commercial building fire in Larkfield
• Industrial building alight in Sittingbourne
• Wildfire in Yalding, Maidstone
• Field and shed alight in Tenterden
• Wildfire in North Farm Lane, Tunbridge Wells

Click for The Kent County Council News Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 18th August. Updated : Monday 17th August

• Expansion of Oakwood Park Grammar School given final approval
• Queenborough Library and Family Hub celebrates successful reopening

Click for The Latest scam alerts from Which? Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 18th August. Updated : Monday 17th August

• Nottingham Knockers warning
• Investment scam ad

Click for The Latest product recalls from Which? Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 18th August. Updated : Monday 17th August

• 17 August – Battery-powered toy train recalled by Asda due to choking risk
• 14 August – Simple 730ml Kind to Skin Micellar Cleansing Water recalled due to eye inflammation risk
• 14 August – Recall for Squeezy Dinosaur Toy due to choking risk
• 14 August – Product recall for Marks and Spencer Hand Painted Jug due to injury risk

Click for The Trading Standards Product recalls & Safety Notices Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 18th August. Updated : Friday 14th August

• Safety Report: Vehicle Ladder
• Safety Report: Allegro M7 Sport Starsfly E-Bike
• Safety Report: HOIIME Grease Gun (sold via Amazon)
• Safety Report: Out’n’About ATP Ltd Nipper V6 Buggy
• Safety Report: iFunLong City Public Bus Toy (sold via Amazon)
• Recall: Simple 730ml Kind to Skin Micellar Cleansing Water
• Recall: Squeezy Dinosaur Toy
• Recall: Marks and Spencer Hand Painted Jug
• Recall: Eurowrap 25pk Blue Party Balloons
• Safety Report: LEECHE Water Beads (sold via Desertcart)

Click for The KCC Traffic Information Webpage

Checked : Tuesday 18th August. Updated : Monday 17th August

• Canterbury, A28 Broad Street: Temporary traffic lights until 21st August near Havelock Street junction for SGN gas works. Expect delays in the area.
• Dartford, A2 London bound: Lane closures approaching and on the A2 London bound exit slip road to join the M25/A282 Anticlockwise at J2 (Darenth Interchange) Expect delays in the area.

Heatwave Myths: Which?’s Expert Scientists Reveal What Really Works (and What Doesn’t)

Which?’s team of scientists separate heatwave fact from fiction to help you keep cool this summer

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

7 Common Summer Pests To Watch Out For – And How To Keep Them Out Of Your Home

From ants to wasps, warmer weather can bring unwanted visitors. Here are seven common summer pests to watch out for, plus practical ways to stop them getting into your home

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

I Keep Getting Scam Calendar Invites – What Should I Do?

Scam calendar invitations can expose you to phishing attacks if you respond, so here’s how to remove them safely from your iPhone

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

The Summer Issue Of The West Kent Watchout Newsletter Is Now Available To Download

Click the link to go to the WKNWA website to download it.
Anyone who usually has a hard copy of the newsletter should receive it within 3 weeks.

Click HERE for full details on the West Kent Neighbourhood Watch Association website.

I Got An £89 Refund – How To Cancel And Avoid Unwanted Subscriptions

Ever been confused by a random amount leaving your bank then had that sinking feeling it’s a subscription you forgot to cancel or didn’t mean to sign up to?

Click HERE for full details on the BBC website.

Your Heatwave Tips On How To Cope In Extreme Temperatures

As the UK faces its fifth heatwave of the year, we’re getting used to the drill.

Click HERE for full details on the BBC website.

If You Receive This Call, Hang Up Immediately

Residents have been targeted by bank and police impersonation scam calls in Folkestone, Dover, Herne Bay and Gillingham.

Click HERE for full details on the KCC Public Protection website.

Road Works

Sevenoaks

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Ash and New Ash Green
Farm Holt in Ash-cum-Ridley	On Wednesday 12th of August between 12:00 and 18:00. Somebody damaged a window of a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/134765/26
Dunton Green and Riverhead
Chipstead Lane in Riverhead	Between 09:00 on Saturday 8th of August and 18:45 on Friday 14th of August. Somebody stole a vehicle, YF69***, from a driveway. Crime Report No. 46/134491/26
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
Till Avenue in Farningham	Between 06:25 on Friday 24th of July and 18:31 on Wednesday 12th of August. A young male smashed a window of a residential property. This is a repeat crime. Crime Report No. 46/133365/26
Eglantine Lane in Farningham	Between 16:00 on Sunday 9th of August and 13:00 on Tuesday 11th of August. Somebody stole a Volkswagen Transporter, LJ17***, from the road. Crime Report No. 46/133895/26
Carleton Place in Horton Kirby and South Darenth	On Monday 10th of August between 11:00 and 16:56. Somebody stole a white Mercedes C180, P5***, from outside a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/133473/26
Mussenden Lane in Horton Kirby and South Darenth	On Wednesday 12th of August between 17:00 and 18:00. Somebody stole electrical equipment from a business site. Crime Report No. 46/133234/26
Fawkham and West Kingsdown
Speedgate in Fawkham	On Wednesday 12th of August between 04:00 and 06:00. Somebody broke into a business property. Damage caused and items were stolen. Crime Report No. 46/132905/26
London Road in West Kingsdown	On Tuesday 11th of August around 09:19. Somebody stole fuel from a petrol station. Crime Report No. 46/133747/26
Leigh and Chiddingstone Causeway
Meadow Bank in Leigh	Between 20:00 on Thursday 13th of August and 10:00 on Friday 14th of August. Somebody stole a yellow Benelli motorbike, RE21***, from the road. Crime Report No. 46/134153/26
Otford and Shoreham
The Charne in Otford	Between 10:15 on Friday 10th of July and 13:18 on Monday 10th of August. Somebody stole a recently delivered box from a doorstep. Crime Report No. 46/133186/26
Sevenoaks Kippington
Brattle Wood in Sevenoaks	Between 22:00 on Thursday 6th of August and 12:00 on Friday 7th of August. Somebody gained access to a Mercedes B180 and stole electrical equipment. Crime Report No. 46/133447/26
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
Sackville Place in Sevenoaks	On Wednesday 12th of August between 12:00 and 20:00. Somebody broke into a residential property. Items were stolen. Crime Report No. 46/133117/26
Buckhurst Lane in Sevenoaks	On Friday 14th of August between 19:20 and 19:45. Somebody stole personal items from a locker in a leisure centre. Crime Report No. 46/134493/26
Swanley Christchurch and Swanley Village
St. Georges Road in Swanley	On Sunday 9th of August between 12:00 and 23:00. Somebody stole a recently delivered parcel from a doorstep. Crime Report No. 46/132858/26
High Street in Swanley	On Wednesday 12th of August between 14:23 and 16:21. Somebody stole a black Hyundai Tucson CDX, LF70***, from the road. Crime Report No. 46/134505/26

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Tuesday 11th August 2026

Issue 2416

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• CCTV image released in Greenhithe exposure investigation
• Footage sought after bronze statues stolen near Dartford
• Missing boy from Greenhithe
• Missing man from Hythe safely found
• Vehicles targeted by Faversham thief
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• Suspect in court after drugs and knife seized in Gillingham
• Three arrested following pursuit near Tonbridge
• Swift arrests after Sheppey copper cable thefts
• Tonbridge sex offender is jailed

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Checked : Tuesday 11th August. Updated : Monday 10th August

• Lorry fire on the M25
• Fire at industrial premises in Snodland
• Garage fire in Gillingham
• Field fire in Ashford
• Bonfire spreads to grass in Ashford

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Checked : Tuesday 11th August. Updated : Monday 10th August

• Contract awarded for Badsell Road junction improvement project
• Update on works to the Aylesford Towpath Improvement Scheme
• KCC Trading Standards launches campaign to help businesses prevent acid attacks

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• Safety Report: Feytory Rechargeable Grass Mower (sold via Amazon)
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Sevenoaks

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Ash and New Ash Green
Meadow Lane in Ash-cum-Ridley	On Wednesday 29th of July around 00:30. Somebody stole a recently delivered parcel from a doorstep. Crime Report No. 46/130222/26
Penenden in Ash-cum-Ridley	On Tuesday 4th of August around 19:00. Somebody tried to damage a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/129826/26
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge
Brasted Hill in Brasted	On Tuesday 4th of August around 11:22. Somebody stole tractor equipment from a farm. They were in a vehicle. Crime Report No. 46/128546/26
Dunton Green and Riverhead
Church Field in Riverhead	On Wednesday 5th of August around 17:49. Somebody damaged a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/130354/26
Halstead, Knockholt and Badgers Mount
Otford Lane in Halstead	Between 20:00 on Thursday 6th of August and 05:30 on Friday 7th of August. Somebody broke into a garage at a residential property and stole three bikes. Crime Report No. 46/129935/26
Hunters Walk in Knockholt	Between 20:00 on Wednesday 5th of August and 06:00 on Thursday 6th of August. Somebody stole both number plates from a vehicle parked on a driveway. Crime Report No. 46/128802/26
Hartley and Hodsoll Street
Bramblefield Close in Hartley	On Friday 31st of July between 00:01 and 23:59. Somebody tried to break into a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/128548/26
Wellfield in Hartley	On Friday 7th of August around 10:09. Somebody stole tools from a property under construction. Crime Report No. 46/129193/26
Seal and Weald
Morleys Road in Sevenoaks Weald	Between 11:10 on Saturday 1st of August and 12:38 on Sunday 2nd of August. Somebody damaged a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/128491/26
Sevenoaks Northern
Greatness Lane in Sevenoaks	Between Monday 1st of June and Tuesday 4th of August. Somebody damaged a BMW parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/128457/26
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
South Park in Sevenoaks	On Thursday 23rd of July between 14:45 and 15:30. Somebody gained access to a residential property and stole scrap metal and piping. Crime Report No. 46/130747/26
Suffolk Way in Sevenoaks	On Wednesday 5th of August between 07:01 and 16:33. Somebody stole a white Honda CB750 motorbike, YK23***, from outside a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/128674/26
Swanley St Mary’s
Lime Road in Swanley	On Tuesday 4th of August around 20:00. Somebody stole a motorhome from a driveway. Crime Report No. 46/130000/26
Swanley White Oak
Alder Way in Swanley	On Tuesday 4th of August around 10:42. Somebody stole the catalytic converter from a Honda Jazz parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/129338/26
Wisteria Gardens in Swanley	On Friday 7th of August around 10:10. Somebody stole both number plates from a vehicle parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/129464/26
Conifer Way in Swanley	On Friday 7th of August around 14:32. Somebody stole a Ford Fiesta, WA05***, from the road. Crime Report No. 46/130287/26
Westerham and Crockham Hill
Market Square in Westerham	On Monday 3rd of August between 16:15 and 17:00. Somebody stole a yellow Piaggio Vespa GTS motorbike, KF17***, from outside a store. Crime Report No. 46/129060/26
London Road in Westerham	On Friday 7th of August around 20:44. Somebody in a grey Peugeot 107 stole fuel from a petrol station. Crime Report No. 46/130379/26

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