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Kukri knives taken in Benenden burglary

17:13, 08 October 2020

updated: 17:14, 08 October 2020

Ceremonial knives and ornaments were stolen during a burglary in Benenden.

Police are appealing for information about the break-in, which happened between September 26 and 27, at a property close to Benenden Road.

One of the ceremonial knives taken Picture: Kent Police
One of the ceremonial knives taken Picture: Kent Police

Thieves entered through a window and stole two curved kukri knives. One had a red case believed to bear a small plaque carrying the words 'General Patterson'.

Collectable birds, miniature silver boxes and a canteen of cutlery were also taken.

An investigation is ongoing, with forensics checks and house-to-house enquiries in the close area.

Anyone with information is urged to call the west Kent appeals line on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/173137/20.

You can also contact Kent Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555111 or by using the online form.

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