FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 279 calls for service in the last 24 hours. Five people were arrested, and three were on outstanding warrants.
Warrants CK24063133
On Saturday, December 7th, 2024, at approximately 1130hrs, police located a 30 -year-old Chatham female who was wanted in connection to an outstanding robbery investigation in a parking lot in the area of St. Clair Street, Chatham. The female was arrested without incident and transported to Chatham-Kent Police Headquarters where she was held for a bail hearing. The female was later released with conditions and a future court date.
Liquor Licence and Control Act CK24063348
On Sunday, December 8, 2024, at approximately 0023hrs, police responded to a call for service regarding an alleged family dispute in the area of Prince Arthur Ave, in Chatham. Police had previously attended the area earlier in the evening hours for a similar call for service regarding the same individual. Upon arrival, police located the 19-year-old Chatham male who appeared to be intoxicated and unable to care for himself in a public area. The male was arrested and transported to Chatham-Kent Police Headquarters and held until sober.
Pursuit CK24063175
On Saturday, December 7th, 2024, at approximately 1710hrs, while conducting general patrol in the area of Keil Drive in Chatham, police observed a motorcycle being operated on a highway without a proper licence plate attached. At this time, police attempted to perform a traffic stop with the motorcycle by activating emergency lighting, however, once the driver noticed police, he then took off at a high rate of speed. Police did not attempt to pursue the motorcycle due to public safety concerns.
Driving in Winter Weather
Winter weather can be unpredictable at times, which means that driving slow and staying in control can help you stay safe on the roads.
The Chatham-Kent Police would like to offer the following safety tips while driving:
– Slow Down – most winter collisions happen because drivers are going too fast for the road conditions.
– Don’t use cruise control on wet, snowy or icy pavement – it reduces your reaction time and vehicle control
– Steer Gently – hard braking or quick acceleration may cause you to skid (if you do skid – steer in the direction you want to go)
– Give Space – it takes longer to stop on slippery roads, so give yourself extra space between other vehicles.
For more Winter Driving safety tips, please see https://www.ontario.ca/page/winter-driving?_ga=2.119393289.1486132336.1638970495-135868510.1638970495
