The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 225 calls for service in the last 24 hours. 6 people were arrested.
Break and Enter – CK23024644
Yesterday morning, officers attended an address on Albert Street, Wallaceburg in response to a call of a break and enter. Sometime during the afternoon, unknown suspect(s) entered the residence through a patio door and removed approximately $1,200 in jewelry.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable G. Renders at grantr@chatham-kent.ca Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
Theft – CK23027343
Police were called to a grocery store on St. Clair Street at approximately 4:30 yesterday. A 28-year-old Chatham woman was charged with Theft, Possession and Assault after she left the store, failing to pay for a bag of groceries and assaulting an employee after the property was retrieved. The woman was later released from custody with a future court date of June 26, 2023 to answer to the charges.
Man Arrested for Impaired Operation – CK23024580
Early this morning, officers responded to a call of an impaired driver on Richmond Street, Chatham. A 41-year-old Chatham man was located and arrested for impaired operation, He was transported to Chatham-Kent Police Service headquarters for breath tests, both resulting in twice the legal limit. He was lodged at Chatham-Kent Police until sober and later released with a future court date to answer to the charge.
Bicycle Registry
The Chatham-Kent Police would like to remind everyone that registering your bike on our Bicycle Registry may increase the chances of having your bicycle returned to you if it is stolen and recovered.
Take the time and register your bicycle today at http://ckpolice.com/bicycle-registry/
Make the Right Call – Every Call is Important!
False 911 calls are continuing to pull officers away from incidents that require their attention.
911 is to be used for:
- Any life-threatening emergency
- Reporting crimes in progress
- Medical emergencies requiring an ambulance
- Reporting any Fire, Smoke or CO alarm, chemical spill or gas leak
When you call 911, stay on the line until a call taker answers. Do not hang up.
You can also reach Chatham-Kent Police at the following Non-Emergency Numbers…
- Call 519-352-1234 extension #9 – Our Dispatch Centre for all non-emergency incidents.
- Call 519-352-1234 extension #0 – The Front Desk Officer for advice over the phone.
- Call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) – Crime Stoppers. If you have information on a crime and wish to remain anonymous. You may be eligible for a cash reward.
If you are looking for resources from the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, you can dial 311.
If you are looking for resources from Community and Social Services locally, you can dial 211.
