Burglary Spree Shakes Canterbury
Canterbury was rocked by a string of bold break-ins this January. It kicked off on Friday 2 January when burglars raided a Tudor Road home, making off with jewellery and valuables.
Just two days later, a crook was caught red-handed trying to flee a St. Mary’s Street house after the homeowner confronted him.
Then on Monday 5 January, another house on London Road was targeted. Thieves stole bank cards and a mobile phone in the swift raid.
Police Strike Fast and Hard
Kent Police launched a rapid investigation. By Tuesday 6 January, they had nabbed two suspects in Wincheap. A search turned up a haul of suspected stolen goods.
Perp Charged, Second Suspect on Bail
Wednesday 7 January saw 34-year-old James Henson from Martyrs’ Field Road charged with burglary and fraud.
He made a brief appearance at Margate magistrates and was remanded in custody. He is due at Canterbury Crown Court on 9 February.
A second man, 35, from Chalfont Road, Wembley, was granted conditional bail as investigations continue.
