Children held on suspicion of murder after death on Isle of Sheppey

Children held on suspicion of murder after death on Isle of Sheppey

Police have confirmed that three children are currently in custody after being arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the death of a man on the Isle of Sheppey. The individuals in custody include a 16-year-old girl, and two boys aged 14 and 15. The arrests were made on Sunday following an incident on Warden Bay Road in Leysdown-on-Sea, where a man in his 40s was reportedly assaulted.

Kent Police responded to reports of an altercation and an assault at the scene shortly after 19:00 BST. Tragically, the man was pronounced dead at the scene, and his next of kin have been notified. Kevin McKenna, MP for Sittingbourne and Sheppey, expressed deep sorrow and shock over the incident, highlighting the gravity of the situation.

Specialist officers and a police dog were deployed on Monday to conduct a thorough search for evidence in relation to the case. Authorities have urged anyone who may have witnessed the incident or possesses information that could aid in the investigation to come forward and contact the police. The community remains shaken by the tragic events that unfolded on the Isle of Sheppey, as the investigation continues to unfold

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