Man found dead near Kent shopping centre after concern for welfare call

Hedi Mehrez

14 November 2024 at 10:25 am·1-min read

He was found in The Brook — -Credit: (Image: Google maps/Street views)

A man has been found near a shopping centre in Chatham. Kent Police were called at 7.20pm on Wednesday, November 13, to concerns for the welfare of a person in The Brook.

Officers attended the scene near the Pentagon Shopping Centre with South East Coast Ambulance Service. A man in his 30s was confirmed dead, police have said.

A police spokesperson said: "His next of kin have been informed. The Brook was closed to traffic while emergency services were at the scene."

A report is being compiled for the coroner.

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