Second Person Dies after Southborough Disturbance

A 24 year old man was confirmed as deceased

Police Report

A second person has died in hospital following a disturbance at a property in Southborough near Tunbridge Wells.

A man, who was 24, was confirmed deceased on the morning of Tuesday 3 September 2024. 

He had been arrested at an address in Bright Ridge during the evening of Saturday 31 August 2024, where he sustained injuries consistent with stab wounds.

An 82-year-old woman died at the scene having also suffered multiple stab wounds.

Process led by coroner

An investigation into both deaths will now be led by the coroner.

Officers from the Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate will assist the coronial process.

Both of those involved were known to each other and police are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.

Source: Kent Police

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