FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Chatham-Kent Police Service – Daily Report for April 7, 2025
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, including arrests, investigations, and other notable occurrences.
Key Incidents:
-Total Calls for Service: 217
-911/PSAP Transfers: 67
-Reportable Calls: 30
-Non-Reportable Calls: 187
-Property Checks: 55
-Community Services/Foot-Patrol:5
-Arrests: 5
Key Incidents:
Mischief – Case# CK25020067
Date: April 7, 2025, Time: 20:46hrs – 23:04hrs., Location: Grand Avenue West, Chatham
Details:
On April 1, 2025, between 20:46hrs – 23:04 hrs the accused, a 42-year-old male from Blenheim, contacted Chatham-Kent Police Service 9-1-1 emergency number a total of five times over a span of 2.5 hours without a valid emergency.
The individual, known to Chatham-Kent Police Service made four initial 9-1-1 calls regarding non-emergency matters and was uncooperative when contacted by officers. However, during the fourth call, police issued a caution against Public Mischief which did not deter the individual.
On April 7, 2025, at approximately 23:04 hrs, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a fifth 9-1-1 call. Officers located and arrested the accused on Grand Avenue West in Chatham. The accused was charged with Public Mischief. He later released with a scheduled court date of May 5, 2025.
The Chatham-Kent Police service would like to remind the public that 9-1-1 calls should only be used for emergency situations.
Warrants- Case# CK25019921
Date: April 7, 2025, Time: 06:45 hrs., Location: 24 Third Street, Chatham
Details:
On March 1, 2022, during a gathering at a residence in Wallaceburg, the accused, a 37-year-old male from Scarborough, became intoxicated and physically assaulted a 34-year-old female victim from Wallaceburg. The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to the complaint and the accused was arrested and charged with one count of Assault Causing Bodily Harm. He was later released with a future court date of April 8, 2022. The accused failed to attend court and subsequently, an outstanding warrant was issued for failing to attend.
On April 8, 2025, the accused attended the Chatham-Kent Police Headquarters and turned himself in for his outstanding warrants. He is currently 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 Coordinator Mrs. Shelomi Legall at shelomil@chatham-kent.ca or Tel: (519) 436-6600, ext. 80648
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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.
