A teenager has been arrested following a burglary in Dartford.

Police were called to a house in Ridgeway just before 9pm on Friday.

A man was found in the property, allegedly with a balaclava and a torch.

A 17-year-old from Dartford was arrested on suspicion of burglary and harassment.

He has been released on police bail while enquiries continue.

A spokesperson for Kent Police said: "A prompt response by police led to an arrest being made in connection with a burglary in Dartford.

"Officers were called to a property in Ridgeway shortly before 9pm on Friday 26 November 2021.

"Following a search, a male was located in the property.

"He was found to be in possession of a balaclava and a torch.

"A 17 year old from Dartford was arrested on suspicion of burglary and harassment and has been released on police bail whilst enquiries continue."

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