The Chatham-Kent Police Service (CKPS) responded to a variety of incidents over the past 24 hours. Below is a summary of the key events.
Arrest, Impaired – CK25063565
Date: October 20, 2025, Time: 13:11 hrs, Location: 24 Third Street, Chatham
On June 13, 2025, at approximately 22:55 hrs, the Chatham-Kent Police Service was contacted by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) regarding the investigation of a theft. Investigations revealed that a stolen credit card had been used at a gas station located in Tilbury (CK25037230).
Through further investigation, officers determined that the accused, 54-year-old female from Chatham made several unauthorized purchases at the gas station using the stolen credit card. A warrant was issued for her arrest.
As a result of the investigation, the accused is facing the following charges:
- Count 1 – Fraud Under $5,000
- Count 2 – Use stolen credit card
- Count 3 – Possession of Property obtained by Crime Under $5,000
On July 17, 2025, the accused who is the subject of warrant for fraud, surrendered herself at the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters (CK25042208). The individual was arrested on the strength of her outstanding warrant. She was released with a scheduled court date of August 25, 2025, which she failed to attend. An endorsed warrant was subsequently issued for her arrest (RM25003311).
On October 20, 2025, at approximately 13:11 hrs, the accused who is the subject of an endorsed warrant for fraud, surrendered herself at the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters. She was later released with conditions and a scheduled future court date.
Arrest, FTC, IPV- CK25063710/ CK25063711
Date: October 20, 2025, Time: 04:50 hrs, Location: Chatham
On October 20, 2025, at approximately 04:54 hrs, Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of a disturbance between two individuals at a residence in Chatham.
Investigations revealed that an individual, a 37-year-old male from Chatham was at the residence of a 39-year-old male from Dover Township breaching his court ordered released conditions.
Investigations revealed that the 39-year-old male left the residence and was travelling eastbound on McNaughton Avenue.
Police located the vehicle travelling in the area and initiated a traffic stop after observing the vehicle to have its taillights out. Officers observed signs of impairment and the driver was subsequently arrested.
The accused was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters for further testing which he failed. As a result, the individual was charged with the following offences:
Count 1: Facilitate Breach
Count 2: Driving Motor Vehicle with Liquor Readily Available
Count 3: Operate While Impaired
Count 4: Operation while Impaired – Blood alcohol concentration over (80 plus)
He is currently being held for bail.
The second accused, the 37-year-old male was also arrested and charged with the following offence:
- Count #1 – Failure to Comply with Order
He was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters where he is also being held for bail.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community. We continue to monitor ongoing investigations and encourage residents to report any suspicious activities to assist in maintaining public safety. For more information or media inquiries, please contact the Chatham-Kent Police Service Corporate Communications – Shelomi Legall at shelomil@chatham-kent.ca or Tel: (519) 436-6600, ext. 80648.
End of Release
This release is intended for general informational purposes and does not disclose any personal or confidential information about individuals involved. All arrested individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.