NEWS RELEASE November 3, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 193 calls for service in the last 24 hours.
Stolen Vehicle – CK24055927
Last night, police were dispatched to attend the area of 4th Concession Line, Wheatley, in response to a call of a stolen vehicle. Unknown suspect(s) stole a 2020 Dodge Ram pickup truck, black in colour, last seen with Ontario licence plates BC77248.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable A. Wilson at averywi@chatham-kent.ca. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
Stolen Boat – CK24055858
Sometime this past week, unknown suspect(s) stole a 12-foot aluminum boat with a 15 HP Mercury engine from a property near Merlin Road. 
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable K. Koke at kennethk@chatham-kent.ca. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
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.
If you’ve been a victim of theft from your vehicle, please report the incident by either calling us at 519-436-6600 extension #222 or by clicking http://ckpolice.com/online-crime-reporting/
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.
