Wincheap

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

Wincheap Local Policing Team

Dom Beer

Police Constable

Jake Angell

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Fly tipping. Issued 22 April 2026	Concerns about fly-tipping have been raised by local residents, and officers have been working to build a better understanding of the issue through community engagement and information gathering. Fly-tipping, which is the illegal dumping of waste, can harm the environment, create health and safety concerns and negatively affect local communities. Areas where waste has been identified have been reported to the local council, which is responsible for removing fly-tipped waste and investigating most related offences. Larkey Valley Woods has been highlighted as a particular area of concern and will continue to be monitored. Anyone found responsible for fly-tipping will be dealt with appropriately. We will continue to work with residents and partner agencies to help protect the local environment and reduce the impact of this issue on the community. Actioned 30 June 2026
Nuisance motorcycles. Issued 22 April 2026	Officers carried out a targeted operation in the Wincheap and Thanington areas to tackle concerns about nuisance off-road vehicles. During the operation, a red quad bike was stopped in an orchard behind the Wincheap Allotments and seized after the rider was seen using a footpath to access the area. Officers are continuing to investigate reports and gather information to identify where nuisance vehicles are being stored and used. Information shared by residents through My Community Voice and during routine patrols is helping officers identify locations linked to this activity so that appropriate action can be taken. On 4 June, PC Beer and Police Community Support Officer Hazell carried out speed checks at several locations across the Wincheap ward. The operation provided a visible police presence and helped address concerns about speeding through support for the Speedwatch scheme. Speedwatch is a community initiative where trained volunteers work alongside the police to monitor vehicle speeds and raise awareness of road safety issues. During the afternoon, officers also identified a nuisance motorcycle. Enquiries are ongoing to identify the rider and take appropriate action. Officers will continue to carry out regular patrols, speed checks and enforcement activity to improve road safety and address concerns raised by the community. Actioned 30 June 2026
Drug dealing. Issued 22 April 2026	Over the past month, officers have maintained a regular presence across the Wincheap ward, with a particular focus on areas where concerns about drug-related activity have been raised. Through ongoing patrols and engagement with residents, businesses and community groups, officers have been able to monitor areas of concern, gather information and deter criminal activity. This visible presence helps to reassure the community and enables officers to respond quickly to concerns raised by local people. Patrols and engagement work will continue to support efforts to tackle drug-related activity and help ensure the area remains safe and welcoming for residents, businesses and visitors. Actioned 30 June 2026

Priority

Action taken

Fly tipping.

Issued 22 April 2026

Concerns about fly-tipping have been raised by local residents, and officers have been working to build a better understanding of the issue through community engagement and information gathering. Fly-tipping, which is the illegal dumping of waste, can harm the environment, create health and safety concerns and negatively affect local communities. Areas where waste has been identified have been reported to the local council, which is responsible for removing fly-tipped waste and investigating most related offences. Larkey Valley Woods has been highlighted as a particular area of concern and will continue to be monitored. Anyone found responsible for fly-tipping will be dealt with appropriately. We will continue to work with residents and partner agencies to help protect the local environment and reduce the impact of this issue on the community.

Actioned 30 June 2026

Nuisance motorcycles.

Issued 22 April 2026

Officers carried out a targeted operation in the Wincheap and Thanington areas to tackle concerns about nuisance off-road vehicles. During the operation, a red quad bike was stopped in an orchard behind the Wincheap Allotments and seized after the rider was seen using a footpath to access the area. Officers are continuing to investigate reports and gather information to identify where nuisance vehicles are being stored and used. Information shared by residents through My Community Voice and during routine patrols is helping officers identify locations linked to this activity so that appropriate action can be taken.

On 4 June, PC Beer and Police Community Support Officer Hazell carried out speed checks at several locations across the Wincheap ward. The operation provided a visible police presence and helped address concerns about speeding through support for the Speedwatch scheme. Speedwatch is a community initiative where trained volunteers work alongside the police to monitor vehicle speeds and raise awareness of road safety issues. During the afternoon, officers also identified a nuisance motorcycle. Enquiries are ongoing to identify the rider and take appropriate action. Officers will continue to carry out regular patrols, speed checks and enforcement activity to improve road safety and address concerns raised by the community.

Actioned 30 June 2026

Drug dealing.

Issued 22 April 2026

Over the past month, officers have maintained a regular presence across the Wincheap ward, with a particular focus on areas where concerns about drug-related activity have been raised. Through ongoing patrols and engagement with residents, businesses and community groups, officers have been able to monitor areas of concern, gather information and deter criminal activity. This visible presence helps to reassure the community and enables officers to respond quickly to concerns raised by local people. Patrols and engagement work will continue to support efforts to tackle drug-related activity and help ensure the area remains safe and welcoming for residents, businesses and visitors.

Actioned 30 June 2026