Joanne West, 45, currently with no fixed address in Fareham, has been charged with two counts of assisting an offender linked to the murder of Levi Kent in Gosport. She is due to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates Court today, November 28.
Levi Kent, aged 22, was seriously assaulted on Keyes Road, Bridgemary, early on Friday, November 24. He later died from his injuries, a tragic event that has deeply affected the local community.
Several individuals have already been charged in connection with the case. Tommy West, 18, from Fisgard Road, Gosport, faces charges including murder, robbery, and possession of a bladed weapon. He is scheduled to appear at Portsmouth Crown Court on November 29. Aiden West, 24, from Tudor Close, Gosport, also faces murder-related charges and is due in court on the same date. Additionally, Sarah Flynn, 35, from James Close, Gosport, has been charged with assisting an offender and will appear at Portsmouth Magistrates Court today.
The police investigation remains active with further arrests and bail conditions in place. A 19-year-old man from Gosport arrested for murder is currently on bail until February 24. A 67-year-old man from Salisbury suspected of assisting an offender is on bail until February 25. A 22-year-old man from Fareham, arrested on suspicion of murder, is also on bail until February 25. A 35-year-old man from Fareham, previously held on suspicion of assisting an offender, has been released without charge.
The community of Gosport is mourning the loss of Levi Kent, and authorities continue to appeal for information from the public to aid the investigation.
Hampshire Police stated, “We take this case extremely seriously and continue to work tirelessly to bring justice for Levi Kent. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends.” The police emphasize that the investigation remains a top priority and encourage public vigilance and cooperation as they work to uncover the full circumstances surrounding Levi’s death.
Originally published by UKNIP.
