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.
Theft/Possession – CK26001744
Date: January 8, 2026, Time: 9:28 hrs, Location: Grand Avenue West, Chatham
On January 8, 2026, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a theft complaint at a business located on Grand Avenue West, Chatham.
Investigations revealed that a male stole merchandise and fled the store through a rear exit on a bicycle.
Officers located the accused, a short time later on Robertson Avenue. Through further investigation and a review of surveillance footage, the accused was identified as a 39-year-old male from Chatham. It was also determined that the individual was the accused in a previous theft incident on December 29, 2025 (CK26001749).
As a result of the investigation, the accused was charged with the following offences:
- Count 1: Theft Under $5,000
- Count 2: Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
- Count 3: Theft Under $5,000
- Count 4: Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
- Count 5: Failure to Comply with Probation Order
He was transported to the Southwest Regional Detention Centre, where his next video court appearance is scheduled for January 15, 2026.
Warrants – CK26001816/RM26000121
Date: January 8, 2026, Time: 15:07 hrs, Location: Victoria Street, Thamesville
On November 7, 2025, at approximately 18:25 hrs, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of a vehicle collision in a parking lot on Keil Drive, Chatham (CK25067312).
Investigations revealed that a pickup truck had driven onto the curb and struck a business before fleeing the scene. There were no reported injuries and no major structural damage to the business.
Through investigation, the driver, a 50-year-old female from Chatham-Kent, was also prohibited from entering the entering the property, was operating motor vehicle while under suspension and fled the scene following the collision.
As a result of the investigation, officers formed reasonable grounds to charge the accused with the following offences:
- Count 1: Dangerous Operation
- Count 2: Fail to Report an Accident
- Count 3: Enter Premises When Entry Prohibited
- Count 4: Drive While Under Suspension
A warrant was issued for her arrest. On November 10, 2025, the accused was located and arrested. She was released with a court date of November 27, 2025, which she failed to attend. A warrant was issued for her arrest (RM26000121).
On January 8, 2026, at approximately 15:07 hrs, the accused was located and arrested on Victoria Street, Thamesville on the strength of an outstanding bench warrant. She was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service headquarters, where she is currently being held for bail.
Arrest/Fail to Comply – CK26001797
Date: January 8, 2026, Time: 18:26 hrs, Location: Victoria Street, Thamesville
On January 8, 2026, at approximately 18:26 hrs, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of a dog attack at Victoria Street, Thamesville.
Investigations revealed that a 55-year-old male from Chatham was bitten while attempting to separate his dog from an unrestrained dog that attacked his dog during a walk. The male did not require additional medical attention, however, his dog sustained injuries and required medical treatment.
During the investigation, officers identified the owner of the unrestrained dog as a 50-year-old female from Chatham-Kent. Further investigation also revealed that the female was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to comply with her probation order.
She was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters where she is currently held for bail.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service would like to remind residents of the importance of responsible pet ownership and ensuring dogs are properly restrained to prevent injuries.
Impaired – CK26001935
Date: January 9, 2026, Time: 00:39 hrs, Location: McNaughton Avenue, Wallaceburg
On January 9, 2026, at approximately 00:39 hrs, a Chatham-Kent Police Service officer responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver in the drive-thru of a business located on McNaughton Avenue, Wallaceburg.
Officers located the vehicle and the driver, a 34-year-old male from Walpole, displayed signs of being impaired. The individual was arrested and transported to Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters for further breath testing, where he provided two samples above the legal limit.
He was charged with the following offences:
- Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
- Operation While Over 80 mg
The accused was later released with conditions and a future court date of January 22, 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.