The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 199 calls for service in the last 24 hours. There were 2 arrests.
Break and Enter – CK24027431
At approximately 9:45 yesterday, officers were called to a Witherspoon Street area in Chatham in response to a call of a break and enter. Investigation revealed that a John Deer riding lawnmower and a television were taken by unknown suspects.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Michaud at thomasm@chatham-kent.ca Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
Stolen Vehicle – CK24027406
Yesterday at approximately 8:00 a.m., officers attended a Queens Line address in response to a call of a theft of vehicle. Officers learned that a trailer, holding a 207 Chevy truck with Ontario Licence Plate BV32913 was stolen sometime overnight.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Michaud at thomasm@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 Collisions.
There were five motor vehicle collisions in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent yesterday. The weather was approximately 27 degrees, sunny and the roadways were dry. As the roadways become busier, the Chatham-Kent Police Service reminds drivers to drive cooperatively, don’t speed, and plan ahead.
Chatham-Kent Accident Support Service Collision Reporting Centre
According to the Highway Traffic Act, where combined damage to property of $2000 or more, the collision must be reported to the police.
In Chatham-Kent, the police now offer a safe and convenient method to report property damage collisions. Rather than waiting at the side of the road or blocking traffic waiting for the police to arrive, citizens can now use the Collision Reporting Centre.
The Chatham-Kent Police and Accident Support Services operate a CRC (Collision Reporting Centre) out of our headquarters at 24 Third Street, Chatham.
This service is available daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (not on weekends or holidays).
If a “minor” collision occurs, both drivers shall exchange information: driver’s licence and address information, vehicle plate and description from permit (green paper) and insurance information (pink paper). They can then drive to the headquarters and report the collision.
Collisions not involving injury that occur anywhere in the Municipality can be reported here at the convenience of the involved parties (usually just after it happens) within 48 hours (over a long weekend, 72 hours).
Vehicles that need to be towed can be brought in from Chatham and the immediate surrounding area but from the outer regions of the community; please call for an officer to attend the scene if towing is required.
Collisions involving suspected impairment by alcohol or drugs shall be called to police for scene attendance and not use the CRC.
Collisions diverted to the CRC allow police to reallocate the time they would have spent investigating the collision to higher-priority needs in the community.
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.
