Man whose picture was shared over PCSO's murder identified

Man whose picture was shared over PCSO’s murder identified

May 07, 2021

A man whose picture was shared as part of an investigation into the murder of PCSO Julia James has been identified – and Kent Police is no longer seeking information about him.

Assistant Chief Constable Tom Richards said: “As throughout the investigation the power of the public and their support has helped this investigation and I want to take this opportunity to thank them for getting in touch to help us.

“I can confirm we have identified the man in the photo and we no longer need the media to run his image, nor do we need further information about him at this time.”

Ms James, 53, died from significant head injuries while out walking her dog Toby near Akholt Wood in Snowdown.

Crimestoppers is offering a reward of up to £10,000 for anonymous information that leads to her killer being convicted.

Earlier this week, police also issued an image of the PCSO in the clothes she was wearing before she was killed.

The picture showed Ms James walking her Jack Russell while wearing a light blue waterproof coat, blue jeans and dark Wellington-style brown boots.

Police said it was the same clothing, apart from the gloves, which she wore on the day she died.

Mr Richards said Kent Police still need to hear from anyone who was in the Aylesham Road area between 1pm and 4.30pm on Tuesday 27 April – the day of Ms James’ death.

Detectives also want to hear from “anyone local who may have seen something out of place at the time or who came across someone who made them feel uneasy – such as feeling compelled to cross the road or change the route they were walking”.

The assistant chief constable added: “Despite identifying this individual, we are still keen to hear from those who have information that may help us.”

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