Podcast: Police officer seen “bleeding” during lengthy stand-off at house in James Street, Sheerness

A police officer was seen “bleeding” after coming out of a house before a lengthy stand-off at a property.

At least nine police vehicles were called to the property in Sheerness after two officers were reportedly assaulted.

Also in today’s podcast, businesses and residents at the centre of everyday delays on a historic bridge are calling for a solution.

You can hear from residents who say getting stuck at a standstill waiting to cross Yalding Town Bridge has been a challenge for the last 15 years. 

Volunteers behind a new “social supermarket” aimed at tackling poverty stigma and reducing reliance on foodbanks say nearly 200 people have signed up in just the first few weeks

The Dartford Larder, based at Copperfields Walk in the town centre, offers discounted food to members struggling on low incomes.

You can hear about a wine-snatching burglar who was stopped by a man in a dressing gown who leapt out of a sauna to chase him down. 

The thief was seen through the kitchen window of a home near Canterbury. 

And, the King is coming to Kent this today for his first official visit to the county since ascending the throne.

His Majesty is visiting Walmer and Deal and meeting with a community group who clean up the beaches – we’ve spoken to one of their volunteers.