Man shot by police in Hollingbourne
It happened last night
Last updated 8th Jul 2025
A man's been shot by Police responding to an incident in Hollingbourne last night (Monday 7 July).
The man was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after it happened just before 9pm.
In a statement the Independent Office for Police Conduct said:
“We have begun an independent investigation after a man was shot and seriously injured by Kent Police, who were responding to an incident on Monday 7 July.
“We were notified by the force after the incident in Hollingbourne, which occurred shortly before 9pm, and declared an independent investigation a short time later.
"The man is receiving treatment in hospital for his injuries which are thought to be life changing.
“We have sent investigators to the scene and the police post incident procedure to begin gathering evidence.
“Our investigation is in the very early stages.”
Kent Police have released the following statement:
'Kent Police attended an address in Hollingbourne, Maidstone to conduct an arrest at approximately 7.15pm on Monday 7 July 2025.
'While at the scene, a firearm was discharged by a police officer. A man sustained injuries believed to be life-changing and was taken to a London hospital where he remains receiving treatment.
'Shortly afterwards the IOPC declared an independent investigation, which Kent Police is supporting. '