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, FTC Probation – CK25073854
Date: December 29, 2025, Time: 14:10 hrs, Location: Dufferin Avenue, Tilbury
On December 29, 2025, at approximately 14:10 hrs, Chatham-Kent Police Service officers responded to a call at a residence after receiving reports of an unwanted individual inside a unit on Dufferin Avenue, Tilbury.
Investigations revealed that a 38-year-old male from Belle River was present in the residence and was not legally permitted to be there. Further investigation revealed that the male was subject to court-order probation conditions prohibiting him from communicating with or being in the presence of a 45-year-old female from Tilbury.
Subsequently, he was arrested and charged with the following offence:
- Failing to Comply with Probation
The 45-year-old female was also arrested and charged with the following:
- Failure to Comply with Undertaking
The accused were transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters where the 38-year-old male was released with conditions and a scheduled court date of February 9, 2026. The 45-year-old female was also released with a future court date of January 15, 2026.
Arrest, Warrants – CK25078164
Date: December 29, 2025, Time: 15:39 hrs., Location: McNaughton Avenue, Wallaceburg
On October 16, 2025, at approximately 7:08 hrs, members of the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a reported theft at a retail store on McNaughton Avenue, Wallaceburg.
Through the use of video surveillance footage, the accused was identified as a 28-year-old female from Chatham-Kent, who entered the store and left with merchandise without paying.
Officers formed reasonable and probable grounds to charge the accused with the following offences:
- Count 1: Theft Under $5,000
- Count 2: Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
A warrant was issued for her arrest.
On December 29, 2025, at approximately 15:39 hrs, the accused was located on Wallace Street, Wallaceburg where she was arrested on outstanding endorsed warrant. She was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters where, she was released with a scheduled court date of January 29, 2026.
Arrest, Impaired Operation – CK25078180
Date: December 29, 2025, Time: 16:19 hrs., Location: Elizabeth St., Chatham
On December 29, 2025, at approximately 16:19 hrs, Chatham-Kent Police Service officers conducted a traffic stop on Elizabeth Street in Chatham.
The driver, a 42-year-old female from Chatham, displayed signs of impairment and was subsequently placed under arrest. The accused was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters, where she provided two breath samples, both registering above the legal limit. She was charged with the following offences:
- Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
- Operation While Impaired – Blood alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
She was released with conditions and a scheduled future court date of January 15, 2026.
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.