Westgate

Your Neighbourhood Policing Team is made up of Kent Police beat officers who are dedicated to keeping your community safe. They focus on preventing crime and antisocial behaviour, responding to local concerns, and building strong relationships with residents, community groups and local businesses.

Our officers will:

patrol to deter crime and reassure the public
hold regular engagement activities in the area, including attending community meetings to share advice and listen to concerns
work with partner agencies including councils, schools, charities, and local groups
tackle issues like antisocial behaviour, repeat offending, and vulnerability
build trust by being visible, approachable, and responsive

Neighbourhood policing is a key part of Kent Police’s commitment to being community-focused, visible, and responsive.

Report crime

Please do not contact neighbourhood officers to report crime.

If it's not an emergency, the easiest way to contact us is online. Your report will be sent direct to our control room where it will be reviewed by the same team who answer our calls.

in an emergency, call 999
call 101 for non-emergency enquiries

Westgate Local Policing Team

Alex James

Police Constable

Ashley Mcmahan

Police Constable

Emily Jones

Police Constable

Katie Harris

Police Constable

Lee Pitcher

Police Constable

Paul Thomas

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Drug dealing and drug taking. Issued 07 October 2026	This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area. We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next. Actioned 07 October 2026
Antisocial behaviour - nuisance. Issued 07 October 2026	This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area. We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next. Actioned 07 October 2026
E-scooters / E-bikes. Issued 07 October 2026	This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area. We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next. Actioned 07 October 2026
Nuisance motorcycles. Issued 20 July 2026	Your local policing team has been working with Canterbury City Council and the Business Improvement District (BID) to support enforcement and raise awareness of the Public Spaces Protection Order in the city centre. A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) is a legal measure used by local authorities to address activities that have a negative impact on public spaces. It can place restrictions on certain behaviours and helps tackle issues such as nuisance motorcycles and other forms of antisocial behaviour. Officers also support council enforcement teams with parking-related issues, particularly in locations where inappropriate parking can affect road safety and access. By working together with partner organisations, we aim to improve safety, reduce nuisance and help keep the city centre welcoming for everyone. Actioned 30 September 2026
E-scooters/E-bikes. Issued 20 July 2026	Officers remain vigilant for the illegal use of e-bikes while carrying out patrols in the city and take action where offences are identified. As part of ongoing enforcement activity, an illegally used e-bike was seized during the summer. Officers continue to monitor reports, engage with riders and take appropriate action where vehicles are being used unlawfully. We will continue to carry out patrols and work to improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists and other road users across the city. Actioned 30 September 2026
Road safety issues. Issued 20 July 2026	Officers have supported local road safety initiatives near schools and other busy areas by carrying out patrols and monitoring driver behaviour. As part of this work, officers have taken action against vehicles found to be unsafe or not meeting legal requirements. This has included issuing Traffic Offence Reports for a range of road traffic offences. A Traffic Offence Report is a formal notice issued when a driver is suspected of committing a road traffic offence and may result in further action, such as a fine, penalty points or prosecution. Officers have also supported speed enforcement activity in locations where concerns have been raised. By combining enforcement with education, we aim to encourage safer driving and improve road safety for everyone who lives, works and travels in the area. Actioned 30 September 2026

Priority

Action taken

Drug dealing and drug taking.

Issued 07 October 2026

This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned 07 October 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued 07 October 2026

Actioned 07 October 2026

E-scooters / E-bikes.

Issued 07 October 2026

Actioned 07 October 2026

Nuisance motorcycles.

Issued 20 July 2026

Your local policing team has been working with Canterbury City Council and the Business Improvement District (BID) to support enforcement and raise awareness of the Public Spaces Protection Order in the city centre.

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) is a legal measure used by local authorities to address activities that have a negative impact on public spaces. It can place restrictions on certain behaviours and helps tackle issues such as nuisance motorcycles and other forms of antisocial behaviour.

Officers also support council enforcement teams with parking-related issues, particularly in locations where inappropriate parking can affect road safety and access. By working together with partner organisations, we aim to improve safety, reduce nuisance and help keep the city centre welcoming for everyone.

Actioned 30 September 2026

E-scooters/E-bikes.

Issued 20 July 2026

Officers remain vigilant for the illegal use of e-bikes while carrying out patrols in the city and take action where offences are identified.

As part of ongoing enforcement activity, an illegally used e-bike was seized during the summer. Officers continue to monitor reports, engage with riders and take appropriate action where vehicles are being used unlawfully.

We will continue to carry out patrols and work to improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists and other road users across the city.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Road safety issues.

Issued 20 July 2026

Officers have supported local road safety initiatives near schools and other busy areas by carrying out patrols and monitoring driver behaviour.

As part of this work, officers have taken action against vehicles found to be unsafe or not meeting legal requirements. This has included issuing Traffic Offence Reports for a range of road traffic offences. A Traffic Offence Report is a formal notice issued when a driver is suspected of committing a road traffic offence and may result in further action, such as a fine, penalty points or prosecution.

Officers have also supported speed enforcement activity in locations where concerns have been raised. By combining enforcement with education, we aim to encourage safer driving and improve road safety for everyone who lives, works and travels in the area.

Actioned 30 September 2026