Podcast: Family of murdered woman say police should have done more to keep her estranged husband out of their shared workspace

The family of a woman who was murdered by her estranged husband believe police should have banned him from the tattoo parlour in Canterbury where they both worked while sex assault allegations were investigated.

Ramona Stoia was stabbed by Catalin Micu at Gothink Studio in April 2022, just weeks after he’d been arrested.

Also in today’s episode, a Dartford man who stabbed his mother’s friend to death in her sleep before sexually assaulting her has been jailed.

The 21-year-old was found by police sitting on the pavement outside the property where it happened.

The leader of Kent County Council has criticised Labour for lifting the two-child benefit cap in this week’s Budget.

Linden Kemkaran says people should use contraception to prevent them having children they cannot afford.

The MP for Dover and Deal insists the government is taking control, as data shows the number of people being housed in asylum hotels has risen by 13% since June.

The Home Office is said to be ‘furious’ at the official figures.

A Tenterden man who gave up motorbike riding after the deaths of two close friends is aiming to teach young people about road safety.

20-year-old Charlie Green said he struggled with the losses last year, and wanted to find a way to make a difference.

A warning has been issued by Kent Fire and Rescue for anyone looking for a Black Friday deal.

Crews are concerned that buying cheap appliances, chargers and devices could lead to fires breaking out.

A 12-year-old entrepreneur has been telling us about a festive market she is involved in this weekend.

Dozens of stalls will be set up in Margate to help young business owners sell their products.

And in football, the Gillingham manager is expecting a frosty reception when he returns to his former club tomorrow.

Gareth Ainsworth left Shrewsbury for Priestfield towards the end of last season.

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