Garlinge

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

Garlinge Local Policing Team

Nic Vaz (Kent Police, Police constable, Thanet Neighbourhood Beat Officer)

Nic Vaz

Police constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority Action taken

Shoplifting.

Issued 15 July 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 15 July 2026

Highway obstructions.

Issued 15 July 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 15 July 2026

Drug dealing.

Issued 15 July 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 15 July 2026

Highway obstructions.

Issued 16 April 2026

Inconsiderate or unsafe parking can create serious risks for pedestrians, other road users and emergency services, not just inconvenience.

Officers are monitoring reported locations and taking action where needed. When reporting parking issues, please be aware that some matters are dealt with by the local council rather than the police. However, where a vehicle is causing a clear obstruction or safety risk, officers will assess the situation and take appropriate action.

This work helps keep roads and neighbourhoods safe. Residents are encouraged to share concerns through local ward surgeries or My Community Voice (an online two-way messaging service used to report issues and receive updates).

Actioned 30 June 2026

Drug dealing.

Issued 16 April 2026

PC Vaz is working to tackle drug dealing and reduce its impact on the community.

Officers gather information to identify hotspots and respond quickly to concerns. This includes regular patrols, targeted visits and, where appropriate, the use of stop and search powers (a legal power to search people for items such as drugs) to deter offending.

Officers also work closely with partner agencies to protect vulnerable people who may be at risk of exploitation or having their property used for criminal activity.

Information from the community is essential. Every report helps build a clearer picture and supports targeted action. Through a combination of visibility, engagement and enforcement, officers are working to reduce drug‑related harm and keep the area safe.

Actioned 30 June 2026

Antisocial behaviour - general.

Issued 16 April 2026

Police are reviewing reports of antisocial behaviour (ASB) and taking action where concerns are raised.

Following recent reports, officers attended an address linked to ongoing issues as part of a joint‑agency response. The situation will continue to be monitored, with further action taken if needed.

Regular updates are shared with the community to keep residents informed about ASB and what is being done to address it.

Actioned 30 June 2026

What members in Garlinge are saying are the issues in the area:

Latest Alerts

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Rogue Traders

🚨 ROGUE TRADER ALERT 🚨 Residents are being reminded to be vigilant following reports of rogue tr...

Kent Police
19/08/2026 11:30:11

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Potentially Stolen Bicycle

Can you help us identify the owner of this bicycle? A high end bicycle has been located in the Garli...

Kent Police
18/08/2026 16:33:24

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Multi-agency community information day.

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Kent Police
06/08/2026 15:09:57

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Welcome to the Fraud & Cyber Crime Group

Resident Hello and welcome to our new Fraud & Cyber Crime Group. This group has been cre...

Kent Police
06/08/2026 12:16:52

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Westbrook and Garlinge Neighbourhood Engagement Meeting : Fri 06 Nov 13:00

Dear Resident, I will be holding a surgery at Thanet Gateway at 1300 on 06/11/2026. This i...

Kent Police
04/08/2026 10:49:40

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Westbrook and Garlinge Neighbourhood Engagement Meeting : Fri 04 Sep 13:00

Dear Resident, I will be holding a surgery at Thanet Gateway at 1300 on 04/09/2026. This i...

Kent Police
04/08/2026 08:47:10

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A Heartfelt Thank You to Our My Community Voice Members

Resident We would like to take this opportunity to say a sincere thank you for being a value...

Kent Police
24/07/2026 19:08:24

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July Newsletter

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Kent Police
24/07/2026 15:02:20

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Upcoming Events

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Westbrook and Garlinge Neighbourhood Engagement Meeting

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