Man charged with murder after alleged assault in Snodland

Daniel Beard died from his injuries on Monday

Author: Maria GreenwoodPublished 8th Oct 2025

A man's been charged with murder following an alleged assault in Snodland.

At around 3pm on 1 July (2025) Kent Police were called a street disturbance in Edwards Close where Daniel Beard, 51, was reportedly knocked unconscious after being punched in the head.

He was airlifted to a London hospital.

Ryan Greaves, 31, of Thomson Close, Snodland was arrested and initially charged in connection with causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

The victim died from his injuries on Monday 6 October and the suspect was rearrested.

He has now been charged with murder and remanded to appear before Medway Magistrates’ Court today (8 October).

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