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News · 16 January 2026

Teenager Admits Killing Man in Isle of Sheppey Attack

Teenager Admits Killing Man in Isle of Sheppey Attack

A 16-year-old boy has admitted to killing a man he believed was a paedophile. The attack occurred on the Isle of Sheppey seafront. A post-mortem examination revealed the victim, Mr. Cashford, suffered extensive injuries, including facial and head trauma, fractured ribs, and bruises. The court was shown video footage of teenagers attacking the man with rocks and a bottle. The incident is under investigation.

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