Man charged with murder after stabbing in Maidstone

The victim, in his 40s, was found fatally stabbed on Monday night

Author: Maria GreenwoodPublished 11th Sep 2026

Investigators from Kent Police’s Major Crime Unit have charged a man in connection with a murder in Maidstone.

The force was called at 10.21pm on Monday (7 September) following reports of an assault at a property in Knightrider Street.

Officers attended the scene alongside other emergency services and a man in his 40s was found inside the property with injuries consistent with stab wounds. He sadly died whilst being treated by paramedics. His family have been told.

Bradley Patton, 26, of Gordon Road, Greater London, was now been charged with murder. He is due to appear at Maidstone Magistrates’ Court on Friday 11 September.

A 22 year old woman who was also arrested in connection with the incident was released from custody and will not face any further investigation.

Anyone who has not yet spoken to police and who has information about the incident should call Kent Police's Major Crime Unit on 01622 652006 quoting reference 07-1774.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111.

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