Residents across Ashford are on edge after a surge in burglaries. Kent Police are investigating a spree of break-ins in Kingsnorth, Willesborough, and Park Farm between Sunday 18 and Tuesday 20 January 2026.
Jewellery and Valuables Raided
Thieves have stolen family jewellery and precious items from homes in these neighbourhoods. Officers are reviewing CCTV footage, collecting forensic clues, and talking to witnesses as they ramp up the probe.
Kent Police Step Up Patrols
Extra patrols are now cruising the hotspots to tackle the crime wave head-on. Detectives urge anyone with info to dial 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/10769/26.
Police Warning: Lock Up and Stay Alert
“Make sure windows, side gates, and garages are locked and alarms are switched on,” warned Detective Inspector Simon Johnson. “Mark valuables to ID them if they go missing. Use timer switches on lights and radios to trick burglars into thinking someone’s home, especially during these dark winter nights.
“Keep keys, cash, and valuables out of sight. Lock UPVC doors with a key AND lifting the handle. Secure garden tools which thieves might use to break in or nick themselves.
“Always report suspicious behaviour – call 101 or use Kent Police’s live chat. Dial 999 if you catch a crime in action.”
For more top safety tips, visit the Kent Police crime prevention pages online.
