Police hunt two men over fatal stabbing in Whitstable

What happened on Belmont Road

At 02:04 BST on 3 April, officers received an urgent call reporting a serious assault taking place on Belmont Road in Whitstable. The call prompted a swift response from Kent Police, who arrived on the scene alongside emergency medical personnel.

Paramedics attending the location discovered a 19‑year‑old man who had apparently been stabbed multiple times. Despite immediate medical intervention, the young man was pronounced dead at the scene. The exact circumstances surrounding the assault remain under investigation, but the early‑morning timing and location have drawn significant attention from the local community.

Police response and initial investigation

Detectives from Kent Police took charge of the investigation shortly after the discovery of the 19‑year‑old man’s body. Standard investigative procedures were put in place, including the securing of the crime scene, the collection of forensic evidence, and the identification of potential witnesses in the immediate area.

The detectives have publicly named Tobias Agbaje and Kieron Barnes as persons of interest. Both Tobias Agbaje and Kieron Barnes are believed to have been acquainted with the 19‑year‑old man, a link that could prove crucial in uncovering the motives and events leading up to the fatal stabbing.

According to statements released by Kent Police, Tobias Agbaje and Kieron Barnes have connections that extend across several towns in the Kent region, including Herne Bay, Whitstable, Canterbury, Sittingbourne and Ramsgate. These geographic links suggest that Tobias Agbaje and Kieron Barnes may possess information that could assist investigators in reconstructing the timeline and identifying any additional individuals who may have been involved.

Search for Tobias Agbaje and Kieron Barnes

In light of the seriousness of the case, Kent Police have launched a coordinated search for Tobias Agbaje and Kieron Barnes. The force is urging anyone who may have seen either Tobias Agbaje or Kieron Barnes, or who may have any knowledge of their current whereabouts, to come forward without delay.

The appeal stresses that any piece of information, no matter how seemingly minor, could prove instrumental in bringing the investigation to a resolution. Kent Police have highlighted that Tobias Agbaje and Kieron Barnes may have been seen in the vicinity of Herne Bay, Whitstable, Canterbury, Sittingbourne or Ramsgate, and they encourage residents of these areas to remain vigilant.

Members of the public are asked to contact the force directly if they have relevant information. Kent Police have reiterated that anonymity will be respected for anyone who wishes to remain anonymous.

How to provide information

Anyone with pertinent details concerning Tobias Agbaje, Kieron Barnes, or the circumstances surrounding the stabbing is urged to get in touch with Kent Police using the contact details set out below. The force has provided a range of avenues for the public to share information, including a dedicated telephone line, an email address, and a WhatsApp number.

Calls can be placed to the dedicated tip‑line, emails can be sent to southeasttoday@Crickxo.co.uk, and WhatsApp messages can be sent to 08081 002250. All communications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Social media outreach

Submitting a story idea or providing a tip via social media is also possible. The social media pages are monitored by Kent Police, ensuring that any useful information shared online reaches the investigative team promptly.

Visual coverage of the incident

The image captures the immediate aftermath of the incident, showing the presence of police resources and emergency services on Belmont Road. The visual record helps to illustrate the seriousness with which Kent Police responded to the call and underscores the urgency of the ongoing investigation.