Quicky Mart in Kent faces immediate alcohol licence suspension due to suspected links to serious crime incident.
This happened after a council meeting. Police reported a bad assault nearby. It occurred on February 3rd. A young man went to the hospital. His face was injured.
The young man later left the hospital. A 26-year-old man got arrested. He is suspected of doing the attack. Police continue investigating the event.
Police wanted the shop’s licence checked. They thought the shop connected to the assault. Council members met in private to discuss it. Police officers spoke at the meeting.
The shop’s licence holder, Mrs. Sivothayan, did not attend. Council members considered different options. They could change the licence rules. They could remove the alcohol rights completely. They also could freeze the licence right away.
The council decided to suspend the licence. This suspension is immediate. It lasts until a bigger review in March. The decision followed a police request.
The council stated their reasons clearly. The shop failed to meet important goals. These goals relate to the licence. The supervisor’s absence was also an issue. They did not attend the meeting.
The council confirmed the licence suspension. It is effective immediately. A police officer said they would work with the shop. They want to ensure public safety. Their main concern is the safety of everyone. The police will secure that with the best option available.