January 15, 2026
Chatham-Kent, Ontario:
CALLS FOR SERVICE: 307
911 CALLS/TRANSFERS: 88
REPORTABLE CALLS: 25
NON-REPORTABLE: 246
PROPERTY CHECKS 19
COMM SERVICES/FOOT PATROL 17
ARRESTS: 6
Warrants – CK26003281
Date: January 14, 2026, Time: 14:10 hrs., Location: Third Street, Chatham
On March 7, 2025, at approximately 00:23 hrs, Chatham-Kent Police responded to a call regarding a female victim who reported being bear maced in the area of Queen Street and William Street, Chatham. The investigation identified three youth suspects – 2 male and 1 female. All three were arrested and charged. One male youth was on conditions prohibited him from possessing weapons, as a result of a previous arrest and resulted in an additional charge.
The male was arrested and released with conditions to attend court on specific dates. When he failed to attend a scheduled court date, a warrant was issued for his arrest.
On January 14, 2026, he turned himself in to police. He was subsequently released on a Form 9 with a future court date set for February 18, 2026.
The 16-year-old Chatham youth currently faces the following charges:
• Assault with a weapon
• Administering a noxious thing
• Failure to comply with an undertaking
Warrants – CK26003444
Date: January 14, 2026, Time: 23:39 hrs., Location: King Street E, Chatham
On January 14, 2026, at approximately 23:39 hrs, Chatham-Kent Police responded to a disturbance at a residence on King Street E, Chatham.
An intoxicated female refused to leave her boyfriend’s home despite multiple requests and offers for a ride home. Police confirmed that no threats or assaults occurred during the incident.
As a result, the 19-year-old Chatham woman was arrested for Breach of the Peace and transported to Chatham-Kent Police Headquarters, where she was released to a family member.
Motor Vehicle Collision Update
Between yesterday and this morning, Chatham-Kent Police Service has responded to six motor vehicle collisions and ten incidents requiring police assistance, where multiple motorists had left the roadway.
To enhance road safety, please adhere to the following guidelines:
- Leave earlier for your destination
- Drive cautiously and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead
- Follow all traffic signs
- Ensure your vehicle’s lights are on
- Use your indicators when making turns
Stay safe on the roads!