Kingsgate

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

Kingsgate Local Policing Team

James Absolon

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Road safety issues. 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
Road safety. Issued 15 July 2026	PC Absolon continues to work to improve road safety by tackling the antisocial use of bikes, mopeds, e-bikes and e-scooters. He has carried out enquiries to identify those responsible and, where appropriate, has worked with parents and guardians to help prevent further incidents involving young people. Enforcement activity has resulted in several e-bikes and e-scooters being seized after being used illegally. Through regular patrols and engagement with local residents, PC Absolon continues to address concerns, take action where offences are identified and help keep local roads and public spaces safe for everyone. Actioned 30 September 2026
E-scooters/E-bikes. Issued 15 July 2026	PC Absolon has been taking action to tackle the illegal use of e-bikes and e-scooters in the area, with several vehicles seized as part of ongoing enforcement activity. In one incident, a rider was stopped after travelling at speed and part of the vehicle became detached, highlighting the safety risks these vehicles can pose when used illegally or without proper maintenance. Through proactive patrols, enforcement activity and community engagement, PC Absolon continues to address concerns and promote the safe use of roads and public spaces. Actioned 30 September 2026
Drink/drug driving. Issued 15 July 2026	PC Absolon recognises the importance of tackling drink and drug driving to help keep local roads safe. Through proactive enforcement and engagement with road users, he works to deter offences and reduce the risk of serious collisions. This activity helps protect all road users, including pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists, who are often most vulnerable in a collision. Road safety remains a key priority, and PC Absolon will continue to support efforts to improve driver behaviour and take action against those who put others at risk. Actioned 30 September 2026

Priority

Action taken

Road safety issues.

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

Road safety.

Issued 15 July 2026

PC Absolon continues to work to improve road safety by tackling the antisocial use of bikes, mopeds, e-bikes and e-scooters. He has carried out enquiries to identify those responsible and, where appropriate, has worked with parents and guardians to help prevent further incidents involving young people. Enforcement activity has resulted in several e-bikes and e-scooters being seized after being used illegally. Through regular patrols and engagement with local residents, PC Absolon continues to address concerns, take action where offences are identified and help keep local roads and public spaces safe for everyone.

Actioned 30 September 2026

E-scooters/E-bikes.

Issued 15 July 2026

PC Absolon has been taking action to tackle the illegal use of e-bikes and e-scooters in the area, with several vehicles seized as part of ongoing enforcement activity. In one incident, a rider was stopped after travelling at speed and part of the vehicle became detached, highlighting the safety risks these vehicles can pose when used illegally or without proper maintenance. Through proactive patrols, enforcement activity and community engagement, PC Absolon continues to address concerns and promote the safe use of roads and public spaces.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Drink/drug driving.

Issued 15 July 2026

PC Absolon recognises the importance of tackling drink and drug driving to help keep local roads safe. Through proactive enforcement and engagement with road users, he works to deter offences and reduce the risk of serious collisions. This activity helps protect all road users, including pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists, who are often most vulnerable in a collision. Road safety remains a key priority, and PC Absolon will continue to support efforts to improve driver behaviour and take action against those who put others at risk.

Actioned 30 September 2026