DAILY NEWS RELEASE DECEMBER 29, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 200 calls for service in the last 24 hours. 6 people were arrested.
Warrants – CK24067029
On Saturday December 28, 2024, Officers on general uniform patrol located a female party as a result of a traffic stop conducted on Princess Street S, Chatham.
Officers learned through investigation that the female in question was the subject of a warrant for her arrest. They also learned the female was wanted out of Lambton County with the Ontario Provincial Police.
On that date, a 41-year-old Chatham woman was arrested for her outstanding warrant. Custody of the female was turned over to the Ontario Provincial Police Service.
Liquor License Act – CK24067101
On Saturday December 28, 2024, shortly after 3:30pm. Officers were dispatched to a family dispute within the city of Blenheim, Ontario.
Officers arrived on scene and located a male party with a dog who appeared to be intoxicated by alcohol and unable to care for himself.
Investigating Officers arrested a 27-year-old Blenheim man for being intoxicated in a public place. He was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service headquarters where he was held until sober and released on a Provincial Offence Notice.
Break and Enter – CK24067181
On Saturday December 29, 2024, shortly after 3:30am the Chatham-Kent Police Service received a call for service regarding a break and enter at the Chatham-Kent Veterinary Clinic in Chatham.
When responding officers arrived on scene, they located the front door of the business smashed in, with entry being made. Officers were able to determine that nothing appeared to be taken from the business and no one in the area at the time of police contact.
This investigation is currently on-going, anyone with information regarding this incident are encouraged to contact Constable Zach Butler at ZachB@chatham-kent.ca. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
Motor Vehicle Collision – CK24067136
On Saturday December 28, 2024, shortly before 8:00pm. The Chatham-Kent Police Service received a call for service regarding a motor vehicle collision around Richmond Street, and Lacriox Street in Chatham, Ontario.
When responding officers arrived on scene, they located a male party who had appeared to be struck by a vehicle while crossing the roadway on Richmond Street.
A 52-year-old Chatham man received serious injuries because of this collision. The male party was airlifted to a London Hospital for further medical treatment.
Driving in Winter Weather
Winter weather can be unpredictable at times, which means that driving slowly and staying in control can help you stay safe on the roads.
The Chatham-Kent Police would like to offer the following safety tips while driving:
- Slow Down – most winter collisions happen because drivers are going too fast for the road conditions.
- Don’t use cruise control on wet, snowy or icy pavement – it reduces your reaction time and vehicle control
- Steer Gently – hard braking or quick acceleration may cause you to skid (if you do skid – steer in the direction you want to go)
- Give Space – it takes longer to stop on slippery roads, so give yourself extra space between other vehicles.
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Cst. J. Weedon 7345 – Chatham-Kent Police Service.
