Two arrested as police investigate weapons incident in Gravesend

Officers say they're seeking a vehicle that's reported to have been used during the incident on Friday.

Author: Adam RichardsonPublished 21st Apr 2024

Officers are appealing for information to locate a stolen vehicle used during an incident in Gravesend.

The white Peugeot 2008 was believed to have been stolen from Gillingham between 5.30pm and 1am on Friday 19 April 2024.

This vehicle is then reported to have been used during an incident in Oak Road, Gravesend, which happened at around 2am.

During this incident a man was alleged to have approached a property while holding a weapon and making threats. He then left the area in the stolen car.

The vehicle’s partial registration plate is ‘GL15 Y’ and it is thought it may be in the Medway area.

As part of the incident officers have arrested a 23-year-old man from Gillingham and a 49-year-old woman from Chatham. They remain in custody while enquiries continue.

Anyone who has seen the vehicle or has information regarding its whereabouts, should contact Kent Police on 01634 792209 quoting 46/XY/12997/24.

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