Kent man jailed after stealing vulnerable person’s bank card

A man has been jailed after befriending a vulnerable person, stealing his bank card and using it on a 48-hour spending spree, Kent Police said.

Kent Police posted details of the sentencing on social media, describing the offender as a fraudster who had deliberately targeted a vulnerable man.

Key information

If you believe you or someone you know has been targeted by fraud, contact your bank immediately using the number on the back of your card.
Report fraud and cybercrime to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or at actionfraud.police.uk.
To report a crime to Kent Police, call 101 or 999 in an emergency.

Source: @kent_police

Published: 23 October 2026