A thug who attempted to steal from stores using a meat cleaver and machete to threaten his victims has been jailed for eight years. Frankie Whittington targeted properties in Gravesend and Strood on three occasions but left empty-handed each time. On November 21, 2022, he ran into the shop in Darnley Road, Gravesend holding the knife out in front of an employee. The 23-year-old demanded money but was soon left empty-handed when the victim called his dog to defend him. Three days later, Whittington targeted a house in Smith Street, Strood where he violently kicked down the door and once again, …
