Son of John Kybett, of 301, Monega Rd., Manor Park, Essex, and the late Harriet Kybett. Born Lymehouse, London, England, 13/07/1889. Prior to joining police, served 5 yrs with Royal Horse Artillery. Attested Transvaal Police 01/10/1912. Stationed Johannesburg. Released to rejoin 104 Bty Royal Field Artillery 17/08/1914, no. 47386.