A heroic police officer has died and another is fighting for his life in hospital after a car crash.
Tributes have been paid to PC Bradley Corke, 27, who died in the smash when responding to an emergency call. His colleague remains critically ill in hospital.
A member of the public who was in the second vehicle continues to be treated for serious injuries.
A Kent Police spokesperson said: ‘Bradley selflessly gave up his life while trying to save the lives of others who were in danger. His bravery, dedication, and passion for helping others will not be forgotten.’
PC Corke had served with the force since May 2022. He was based in Tonbridge and spent his police service in the towns of West Kent. The force is supporting his family and colleagues, who are devastated.
Neil Mennie, chair of Kent Police Federation, said: ‘We are all absolutely heartbroken to learn of this news.
‘Bradley was a popular colleague who will be much missed and we will be doing all we can to support his family and close colleagues at this time.
‘Policing is a family and words cannot describe the pain we are all feeling and how this news will affect us in the days, weeks and months ahead.
Tributes have been paid to PC Bradley Corke, 27, who died in the smash when responding to an emergency call. His colleague remains critically ill in hospital
‘This sad incident serves as a horrific example of the risks police officers face and how police officers can sadly make the ultimate sacrifice as they strive to keep the public safe.’
Kent Police is appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
The incident, involving a marked Ford Focus police car and a VW Scirocco, happened on the westbound A20 London Road at the junction with Button Street, Farningham at approximately 7.45pm.
Witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage should contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 01622 798538, quoting EW/AL/025/26.
