Kent lake tested for contamination after dogs die

Police cordon off parts of Brooklands Lake after three dogs which drank its water died and up to seven others fell ill

An investigation has been launched after three dogs died and up to seven more became ill after drinking from a lake.

Kent police have cordoned off parts of Brooklands Lake, near Powder Mill Lane in Dartford, after a dog walker said that three of her animals became ill and died. Vets are still working to save the life of a fourth dog which was also on the walk.