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.
Garlinge Local Policing Team

Jason Oram
Police Constable
Local Priority Issues
| Priority | Action taken |
|---|---|
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Antisocial behaviour - general. 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. Actioned 07 October 2026 |
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Drug dealing. 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. Actioned 07 October 2026 |
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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. Actioned 07 October 2026 |
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Shoplifting. Issued 15 July 2026 |
PC Vaz continues to make tackling shoplifting a priority, working closely with local businesses to identify offenders and take action where offences have been committed. By reviewing evidence and sharing information with retailers, he is able to identify suspects, carry out enquiries and support prosecutions where appropriate. Alongside enforcement activity, PC Vaz works with partner organisations to address the underlying causes of offending and support people to make positive changes, helping to reduce repeat offences. Residents and businesses are encouraged to sign up to My Community Voice to receive updates, report concerns and help shape local policing priorities. Information from the community plays an important role in helping officers target their efforts and keep the area safe. Actioned 30 September 2026 |
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Highway obstructions. Issued 15 July 2026 |
PC Vaz is aware of concerns about highway obstructions and works closely with the local authority and other partner agencies to identify and address problem locations. By sharing information and taking coordinated action, partners can help improve access and safety for residents, pedestrians and road users. PC Vaz will continue to work with local residents and partner organisations to find long-term solutions to these issues. Residents are encouraged to sign up to My Community Voice to receive updates, report concerns and help shape local policing priorities. Information from the community helps officers and partners focus their efforts where they are needed most. Actioned 30 September 2026 |
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Drug dealing. Issued 15 July 2026 |
PC Vaz remains committed to tackling drug-related activity in the area. Through regular patrols and community engagement, he gathers information about suspected drug dealing and works to identify those involved. Information from residents helps police target enforcement activity where it is needed most, supporting action to disrupt criminal activity and improve community safety. PC Vaz encourages anyone with concerns about drug-related behaviour to report it, as information from the public plays a vital role in helping keep the area safe. Residents can also sign up to My Community Voice to receive updates and share concerns with their local neighbourhood policing team. Actioned 30 September 2026 |
What members in Garlinge are saying are the issues in the area:
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