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, Theft – CK25063828
Date: October 21, 2025, Time: 18:46 hrs, Location: Wellington Street West, Chatham
On October 21, 2025, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of theft at a local retail store on Wellington Street West, Chatham.
Through investigation, it was discovered that the accused had entered the business at 14:51 hrs, selected several merchandise, concealed the items. The accused was asked to leave the business but he refused. Eventually, he later exited the store without making a payment.
Through the use of video surveillance footage, officers were able to identify the accused as a 29-year-old male from Chatham.
Further investigations also revealed that the accused was in breach of his court-ordered conditions, including conditions not to attend the premises of the business and to keep the peace and be of good behaviour.
Later that day, at approximately, 17:57 hrs, the accused returned to the business and selected several merchandise and again refused to leave the premises when instructed. He eventually left the store with the merchandise without making a payment.
Officers located and arrested the individual on Princess Street North, Chatham. He was charged with the following offences:
Count 1 – Fail to Comply with Undertaking
Count 2 – Theft Under $5,000
Count 3 – Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
Count 4 – Fail to Comply with Probation Order
Count 5 – Fail to Comply with Undertaking
Count 6 – Fail to Leave Premises when Directed
Count 7 – Theft Under $5,000
Count 8 – Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
The individual was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters where he is currently held for bail.
Arrest, Unlawfully in a Dwelling – CK25063833
Date: October 21, 2025, Time: 19:49 hrs, Location: Highland Drive, Wallaceburg
On October 21, 2025, at approximately 19:49 hrs, Chatham-Kent Police Service officers responded to a report of a suspicious person at a residence on Highland Drive, Wallaceburg.
Investigations revealed that the accused, a 48-year-old male from Wallaceburg entered the rear of a residence without permission. The homeowner contacted police after realizing an unknown male had entered his home. The suspect was chased off by the homeowner.
Officers located and arrested the accused a short distance away. Subsequently, he was charged with the following offences:
- Count 1 – Being unlawfully in a Dwelling House
Further investigations revealed that the accused was also found to be breaching his court-ordered conditions. On July 10, 2025, the individual was sentenced to a twelve-month probation order which subjected him to several conditions, including keep the peace and being of good behaviour.
The accused was additionally charged with the following offences:
- Count 2 – Failure to Comply with Probation Order
The individual was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters where he is currently 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.