August 25, 2025
Chatham-Kent, Ontario:
- Total Calls for Service: 609
- Reportable Calls: 109
- Non-Reportable Calls: 500
- Property Checks: 33
- Community Services/Foot-Patrol: 28
- Arrests: 26
Drug Offences – CK25050634/CK25051015
Date: August 23, Time: 01:55hrs., Location: Dillon Road, Raleigh Township
On Saturday, August 23, 2025, at approximately 01:55 hours, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of a weapons incident at a residence on Dillon Road in Chatham. Officers arrived at the residence to find a large end-of-summer party attended by youths.
Upon arrival, police were informed by partygoers that individuals at the party were armed, prompting immediate action. The suspects, described as wearing ski masks, had reportedly arrived uninvited and instigated several disturbances. Witnesses indicated that knives were drawn on several individuals, and a black handgun was observed falling from one suspect’s clothing.
The suspects were not known to the hosts, and it was believed they had learned about the party through social media. After the property owner confronted the suspects and asked them to leave, they left the area in a silver vehicle before the police arrived.
At approximately 02:28 hours, while interviewing witnesses, the vehicle returned to the area. Officers took immediate action and conducted a high-risk traffic stop on the suspect vehicle. The vehicle was found to be occupied by two males, who were detained for investigative purposes.
During a search of the vehicle, police discovered a bag containing a quantity of individually packaged controlled substances, along with a scale and packaging materials.
Both 17-year-old Chatham men were arrested for possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking and transported to police headquarters. They were later released on a Form 10 with a future court date set for October 15, 2025.
This and various other reports stemming from this gathering is currently on-going. Anyone with information is asked to contact CKPS at 519-352-1234.
Assault – CK25050633/CK25051015
Date: August 23, 2025, Time: 02:34hrs., Location: Dillon Road, Raleigh Township
On August 23, 2025, at approximately 02:34 hours, Chatham-Kent Police responded to the emergency room of the local hospital regarding a report of an assault that occurred at a residence on Dillon Road during a large end-of-summer party.
The victim of the incident reported to the hospital seeking treatment for several broken and misaligned teeth. The victim indicated that he was assaulted by the accused, who approached him from behind near the driveway and began striking him in the head and face.
Witnesses at the scene provided statements confirming the assault. One witness intervened during the incident. Another witness positively identified the accused as the aggressor.
Following the incident, police located the accused at his residence. The 16-year-old Blenheim man was arrested for assault causing bodily harm and was read his Rights to Counsel and Caution in the presence of a parent. He was transported to police headquarters, where he was later released on a Form 10 with conditions and is scheduled to appear in court on September 24, 2025.
Summary of Impaired Driving Incidents Over the Weekend
Over the weekend, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to several impaired driving incidents in the area, resulting in multiple arrests. Below is a summary of the incidents:
1. CK25050579 – Fairview Line, Harwich Township
On August 22, 2025, at approximately 19:50 hours, police were called to Fairview Line in Harwich Township regarding a vehicle stopped at a stop sign with the driver appearing to be unconscious with tin foil in his lap. Officers located a male in the driver’s seat, who appeared to be impaired by drugs. A 36-year-old Wallaceburg man was arrested and transported to police headquarters for further tests. He was charged with operation of a motor vehicle while having a blood alcohol concentration exceeding the legal limit and released on a Form 10 with a future court date of September 8, 2025.
2. CK25050639 – Charing Cross Road, Harwich Township
On August 23, 2025, at approximately 04:44 hours, police responded to Charing Cross Road in Harwich Township after receiving reports of a driver asleep at the wheel, blocking traffic. Officers found a male in the vehicle and arrested him for impaired driving. The 19-year-old Harwich Township man was transported to the Ontario Provincial Police station for breath tests. He was charged with operation of a motor vehicle while having a blood alcohol concentration exceeding the legal limit and released on a Form 10 with a future court date of September 9, 2025.
3. CK25050842 – Forest Street, Chatham
On August 24, 2025, at approximately 01:15 hours, officers attempted to conduct a vehicle stop on Forest Street in Chatham for suspected impaired driving. The male driver exited the vehicle and fled on foot but was apprehended shortly afterward. Police determined that the male was impaired by alcohol. The 40-year-old Chatham man was arrested and transported to the Ontario Provincial Police station for breath tests. He was charged with operation of a motor vehicle while having a blood alcohol concentration exceeding the legal limit, impaired driving and obstructing a peace officer. He was released on a Form 10 with a future court date of September 9, 2025.
4. CK25050846 – Queen Street, Chatham
On August 24, 2025, at approximately 01:50 hours, police conducted a traffic stop on Queen Street in Chatham, where they formed grounds to believe that the male driver was impaired by alcohol. The 21-year-old Blenheim man was arrested and transported to the Ontario Provincial Police station for breath tests. He was charged with operation of a motor vehicle while having a blood alcohol concentration exceeding the legal limit, and novice driver with a blood alcohol level above zero. He was released on a Form 10 with a future court date of September 9, 2025.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service remains committed to ensuring road safety and encourages the public to report any suspected impaired driving incidents.