The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 147 calls for service in the last 24 hours. There were 3 arrests.
Man Charged with being intoxicated in a Public Place CK24008344
Yesterday at 7:04 a.m., police located a man on Thornhill Cres, in Chatham, who was intoxicated by alcohol. The man thought he was at his girlfriend’s house. The 19-year-old Chatham man was charged with being intoxicated in a public place and released to the care of his father for his own safety.
Break and Enter – CK24008443
Last night at 8:15 p.m., officers attended a residence on Charing Cross Road in Chatham for a complaint of a break and enter. A 44-year-old Chatham woman entered the residence without being invited. The woman, known to police left prior to police arrival. She will be located and charged with being unlawfully in a dwelling.
Lock it or Lose it
The Chatham-Kent Police would like to remind everyone that criminals look for opportunities. We would like to remind citizens that a vehicle with an unlocked door or open window is an easy target.
Protect yourself from being a victim of crime by always rolling up your windows, locking your doors and removing valuables from plain view including garage door openers.
9 pm Routine
Protect yourself and your loved ones from becoming a victim of crime.
Criminals look for easy opportunities. This ‘9pm Routine’ may help prevent crimes of opportunity.
Every night at 9 p.m. homeowners are encouraged to ensure the following checklist is complete:
– Remove valuables and garage door opener from vehicles
– Lock vehicles
– Close overhead garage door
– Lock door between garage and house
– Close and lock all external doors
– Ensure windows are closed and locked
– Turn on an exterior light
Start the 9pm Routine with your family. Together, we can help reduce crime in your neighbourhood
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.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 988. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
