Dartford Burglar Busted! Detectives have nailed a suspected burglar behind a shocking spree of house break-ins and fraudulent bank card use in Dartford.
Series of Break-Ins Rock Dartford
- On Wednesday, 1 January 2025, a terrified resident on Attlee Drive reported an attempted break-in. The crook opened the front door but was stopped by a security chain – no entry gained!
- That same day, a home on Bridges Drive was hit. Thieves smashed a rear door and snatched jewellery and bank cards.
- The stolen bank cards were then used fraudulently across Dartford town centre, spreading fear among local shoppers.
Swift Police Action Nets Suspect
Armed with local CCTV footage, detectives launched a full-scale probe.
- By Monday, 6 January, cops had arrested Reuben Johnson, 31, from Browning Road, Dartford.
- He now faces multiple charges including burglary, attempted burglary, and three counts of fraud.
Facing Justice
- Johnson appeared at Medway Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 7 January.
- He’s been remanded in custody ahead of a hearing at Woolwich Crown Court on Tuesday, 4 February.
Police Urge Vigilance
A Kent Police spokesperson said: “We remain fully committed to tackling burglary in Dartford. We urge residents to stay alert and report anything suspicious.”
Anyone with information should call 101 or anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
