A 32-year-old man from the local area was detained and a chisel seized after Kent Police were called to reports of vehicles being targeted on Folkestone Road, Dover, in the early hours of 31 July 2026.
Kent Police received a call just before 4.30am on Friday 31 July 2026, according to the force, with someone reporting that vehicles on Folkestone Road were being tampered with. Officers attended, made initial enquiries, and detained a local man shortly afterwards. A chisel was also seized.
It was reported that the suspect had left the scene on foot before police arrived, though the arrest followed shortly after officers got there, according to Kent Police. The 32-year-old was taken into custody and the investigation remains ongoing. Kent Police have not specified how many vehicles were involved or what damage was caused.
Anyone with information should contact Kent Police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/124721/26.
Key information
- Contact Kent Police with any information relevant to this incident on 01843 222289
- Quote reference 46/124721/26 when calling
- Location: Folkestone Road, Dover, Kent