Menu
02/03/2006
Three in court over £53 million robbery
Three people have appeared in court charged in connection with last week's £53 million robbery at the Securitas depot in Tonbridge, Kent.
John Fowler, a 57-year-old car dealer from Elderden Farm, Staplehurst, was charged with conspiracy to rob, handling stolen goods and kidnapping depot manager Colin Dixon, his wife Lynn and son Craig.
Stuart Royle, a fellow car salesman, 47, of no fixed abode, was also charged with conspiracy to rob, while Kim Shackleton, 39, a hairdresser from Maidstone was charged with handling stolen goods.
All three were remanded in custody until March 13.
They are the first people to be charged in connection with last week's robbery, the largest ever cash robbery in Britain.
An armed gang kidnapped Mr Dixon and his family before they robbed the depot last Wednesday.
Police revealed that a 14th person has also been arrested in connection with the robbery. The man was arrested in Crowborough, East Sussex, on suspicion of conspiracy to rob.
Police have also been granted an extension to continue questioning two other men in connection with the robbery until 9pm tonight.
(KMcA/GB)
John Fowler, a 57-year-old car dealer from Elderden Farm, Staplehurst, was charged with conspiracy to rob, handling stolen goods and kidnapping depot manager Colin Dixon, his wife Lynn and son Craig.
Stuart Royle, a fellow car salesman, 47, of no fixed abode, was also charged with conspiracy to rob, while Kim Shackleton, 39, a hairdresser from Maidstone was charged with handling stolen goods.
All three were remanded in custody until March 13.
They are the first people to be charged in connection with last week's robbery, the largest ever cash robbery in Britain.
An armed gang kidnapped Mr Dixon and his family before they robbed the depot last Wednesday.
Police revealed that a 14th person has also been arrested in connection with the robbery. The man was arrested in Crowborough, East Sussex, on suspicion of conspiracy to rob.
Police have also been granted an extension to continue questioning two other men in connection with the robbery until 9pm tonight.
(KMcA/GB)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
10 July 2006
Nine appear in court over £53m Securitas raid
Nine people have appeared in court charged in connection with the £53 million robbery at a Securitas depot in Tonbridge, Kent. Six men and three women appeared at the Old Bailey via video link at the plea and case management hearing. The case has now been adjourned until October 3 and a provisional trial date has been set for April 16 next year.
Nine appear in court over £53m Securitas raid
Nine people have appeared in court charged in connection with the £53 million robbery at a Securitas depot in Tonbridge, Kent. Six men and three women appeared at the Old Bailey via video link at the plea and case management hearing. The case has now been adjourned until October 3 and a provisional trial date has been set for April 16 next year.
24 April 2006
Man remanded over Securitas raid
A 26-year-old man has appeared in court charged in connection with the £53 million Securitas depot robbery. Ermir Hysenaj, of Crowborough, East Sussex, is accused of conspiracy to rob in connection with the robbery, which took place on February 22. He was remanded in custody at Maidstone Crown Court today and is due to reappear in court on June 12.
Man remanded over Securitas raid
A 26-year-old man has appeared in court charged in connection with the £53 million Securitas depot robbery. Ermir Hysenaj, of Crowborough, East Sussex, is accused of conspiracy to rob in connection with the robbery, which took place on February 22. He was remanded in custody at Maidstone Crown Court today and is due to reappear in court on June 12.
03 March 2006
Millions found in depot raid investigation
Police investigating the £53 million robbery at the Securitas depot in Kent have recovered several million pounds in a raid in southeast London. Bags of cash discovered at the scene of the raid - an industrial estate in Welling - are now being examined.
Millions found in depot raid investigation
Police investigating the £53 million robbery at the Securitas depot in Kent have recovered several million pounds in a raid in southeast London. Bags of cash discovered at the scene of the raid - an industrial estate in Welling - are now being examined.
29 May 2015
23 Charged With Drug Offences Following Raids
More than 20 people have been charged with drug offences following a number of raids carried out in London, Gravesend, Dover and Deal. A total of 23 people were arrested during twenty raids carried out over three days. The suspects, ranging in age from 17 to 52, have all been charged in connection with the supply of class A drugs.
23 Charged With Drug Offences Following Raids
More than 20 people have been charged with drug offences following a number of raids carried out in London, Gravesend, Dover and Deal. A total of 23 people were arrested during twenty raids carried out over three days. The suspects, ranging in age from 17 to 52, have all been charged in connection with the supply of class A drugs.
04 April 2006
Man arrested over Securitas depot robbery
Police investigating the £53 million robbery at the Securitas depot in Kent have arrested a 48-year-old man. The man was arrested at an address in Rochester and is being questioned on suspicion of conspiracy to rob. Kent police said that a number of premises were searched following the man's arrest.
Man arrested over Securitas depot robbery
Police investigating the £53 million robbery at the Securitas depot in Kent have arrested a 48-year-old man. The man was arrested at an address in Rochester and is being questioned on suspicion of conspiracy to rob. Kent police said that a number of premises were searched following the man's arrest.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
