Two 19-year-old men, Ben Aspinall and Jonathan Dehaviland, have been jailed following a series of high-value car thefts and home burglaries across north and east Kent.
Between 17 February and 10 March 2026, the pair targeted six homes in the towns of Cliffe, Whitstable, Woodchurch, and Faversham. During these incidents, they stole car keys and valuables before making off with vehicles including BMWs, a Volvo, and a Mercedes.
The men broke into homes to steal car keys, watches, handbags, and game consoles. Their actions caused significant financial damage and a loss of security for the victims in the affected areas.
Police arrested Aspinall and Dehaviland on 10 March 2026. Crucial evidence was found when the stolen Mercedes was located near Dehaviland’s home on Tamar Drive, Strood, along with the keys inside the property. This discovery played a key role in the investigation.
Both men pleaded guilty at Canterbury Crown Court on 20 April 2026. On 3 July 2026, Dehaviland was sentenced to five years and three months in prison, while Aspinall received a sentence of four years and one month for multiple burglaries and car thefts.
Detective Constable Daniel Bister commented: “These two men corrupted the sanctity of several people’s homes, leading not only to financial loss but a loss of the feeling of security. Their brazen crimes were spread across the county, highlighting their confidence in not being caught. Of course, they were and now face years behind bars. We hope this sentence brings their victims some sense of justice.”
Originally published by UKNIP.
