The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 159 calls for service in the last 24 hours. There was 1 arrest.
Stolen Vehicle – CK24017558
Yesterday, at approximately 3:00 p.m. officers attended the Wellington Street area in Chatham in response to a stolen vehicle. Sometime overnight a 2006 Honda motorcycle was stolen from a residence.
If you have information to aid in this investigation, please contact Constable Craig Marentette at craigm@chatham-kent.ca. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 and may be eligible for a cash reward.
Break and Enter – RM24001326
Yesterday morning, a resident of the Ellwood Avenue area in Chatham reported that overnight, unknown suspect(s) cut a lock to a detached garage and stole several tools.
If you have information about this incident, callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 and may be eligible for a cash reward.
Door to Door Canvassing
Always be cautious of unsolicited persons at your door looking for charitable donations or attempting to sell a product or service. Do not let them rush or pressure you into buying a product, signing up for a service, or making a donation. If you are unsure they are credible, shut the door and call Consumer Protection Ontario at 1-800-889-9768, or (if you live within the Municipality of Chatham-Kent) call our non-emergency number 519-352-1234.
In Ontario, many products and services can only be offered or sold at your home if you initiate the transaction. To learn more about your rights, read the Government of Ontario’s rules for door-to-door sales to learn.
If someone comes to your door asking for a donation and you are unsure if they are legitimate, do not be pressured into donating for some “urgent” cause. Take your time and research; contact a trusted family member or friend or call the agency.
You can search the Canadian Government’s list of charities to ensure you donate to a legitimate charity. If the charity is well known, but you are suspicious of the person seeking the donation, you can find the charity’s contact information in the phone book.
The Little Black Book of Scams (canada.ca)
(17) The Little Black Book of Scams: Charity Scams – YouTube
Protect yourself and your loved ones from becoming a victim of crime.
Criminals look for easy opportunities. This ‘9pm Routine’ may help prevent crimes of opportunity.
Every night at 9 p.m. homeowners are encouraged to ensure the following checklist is complete:
– Remove valuables and garage door opener from vehicles
– Lock vehicles
– Close overhead garage door
– Lock door between garage and house
– Close and lock all external doors
– Ensure windows are closed and locked
– Turn on an exterior light
Start the 9pm Routine with your family. Together, we can help reduce crime in your neighbourhood.
Make the Right Call – Every Call is Important!
False 911 calls are continuing to pull officers away from incidents that require their attention.
911 is to be used for:
Any life-threatening emergency
Reporting crimes in progress
Medical emergencies requiring an ambulance
Reporting any Fire, Smoke or CO alarm, chemical spill or gas leak
When you call 911, stay on the line until a call taker answers. Do not hang up.
You can also reach Chatham-Kent Police at the following Non-Emergency Numbers…
Call 519-352-1234 extension #9 – Our Dispatch Centre for all non-emergency incidents.
Call 519-352-1234 extension #0 – The Front Desk Officer for advice over the phone.
Call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) – Crime Stoppers. If you have information on a crime and wish to remain anonymous. You may be eligible for a cash reward.
If you are looking for resources from the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, you can dial 311.
If you are looking for resources from Community and Social Services locally, you can dial 211.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 988. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
