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Thieves target cash from phone boxes across Folkestone and Cheriton

13:00, 07 April 2020

updated: 13:26, 07 April 2020

A spate of phone box thefts have been seen across a seaside town, with money taken from four booths.

The incidents took place around Folkestone and nearby Cheriton, occurring between February 4 and March 13.

One of the phone boxes stolen from is located on Millfield in Folkestone
One of the phone boxes stolen from is located on Millfield in Folkestone

Cash was stolen from phone boxes on Sandgate Road, Millfield and Granville Road - all Folkestone - and Station Road in Cheriton.

Police have described "thieves" committing the crimes, suggesting there is more than one culprit.

A Kent Police spokeswoman said: "Anyone with information is asked to contact Kent Police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/59414/20.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org"

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