Girl, 16, and two teenage boys arrested on suspicion of murder after death of man on Isle of Sheppey
Kent Police said officers were called to reports of an altercation involving a small group of people in Leysdown-on-Sea on the Isle of Sheppey.
Monday 11 August 2025 13:08, UK
Three teenagers have been arrested following the death of a man in Kent.
Officers attended an incident in the seaside resort of Leysdown-on-Sea, on the Isle of Sheppey, shortly after 7pm on Sunday.
Kent Police said officers were called to the Warden Bay Road area, where it was reported that an altercation broke out involving a small group of people and "a man was assaulted, sustaining serious injuries".
A man in his 40s was confirmed dead at the scene. His next of kin has been informed, the force added.
A short while later, a 16-year-old girl and two boys, aged 14 and 15, were arrested on suspicion of murder.
They remain in custody pending further enquiries.
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Detectives are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.