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Gillingham murder detectives issue CCTV appeal after man stabbed to death in Fox Street

Detectives investigating the murder of a 35-year-old in Gillingham have released CCTV images of a man they wish to speak to.

The victim was stabbed to death in Fox Street after a suspected argument with another man at around 1.10pm yesterday (Friday).

Police have released images of a man they believe may have important information. Picture: Kent Police
Police have released images of a man they believe may have important information. Picture: Kent Police

Emergency services rushed to the scene, where the man was sadly declared dead.

Officers remain in the area today, carrying out enquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

They are also searching the area for any weapons that may have been discarded, and have seized a knife that is due to undergo further testing.

A post mortem examination was due to take place today. No arrests have yet been made.

The murder investigation team would like to hear from anyone who recognises the man in the CCTV images.

Police have released images of a man they believe may have important information. Pic: Kent Police
Police have released images of a man they believe may have important information. Pic: Kent Police

Police also continue to appeal for dash cam footage.

They are looking to hear from anyone who has footage from driving through or parking in 10 locations in the town, including Fox Street.

These are: High Street, Jeffery Street, King Street, Balmoral Road, Railway Street, Malborough Road, Lock Street, Britton Street and Skinner Street.

Footage can be uploaded directly to the Kent Police section of the Major Incident Public Reporting Site.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or who saw or heard two men arguing is urged to call 101 quoting reference 20-0860.

The scene in Fox Street. Pic: UKnip
The scene in Fox Street. Pic: UKnip

Alternatively, call the independent charity Crimestoppers in Kent anonymously on 0800 555111 or via the online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

Murder detectives at the scene. Video: UKNIP

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