NEWS RELEASE
November 12, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 164 calls for service in the last 24 hours. 4 people were arrested.
Possession of Stolen Property – CK24057703
Yesterday while on general patrol an officer located a stolen pickup truck on Stewart Street in Tilbury. A 27-year-old Leamington man was located inside of the vehicle and arrested for Possession of Stolen Property Over $5,000. Investigation revealed the man was a subject of both Chatham-Kent Police and Ontario Provincial Police warrants for the same charge.
He was transported to Chatham-Kent Police Service and lodged for a bail hearing.
Break and Enter – CK24057709
Yesterday, officers attended an address on Jackson Street, Dresden in response to a break and enter. Investigation revealed that sometime overnight two Honda 4-wheel ATVs were taken.
Anyone with information regarding this incident are encouraged to contact Constable Chris Wegrzyn at chriswe@chatham-kent.ca. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
Break and Enter – RM24003726
Yesterday, police received a complaint of break and enter to a vehicle in Dresden. Sometime overnight unknown suspect(s) entered a vehicle parked outside of a residence. Personal identification as well as tools were stolen from the vehicle.
Lock It – Or Lose It.
The Chatham-Kent Police would like to remind everyone that criminals look for opportunities.
The holiday season is upon us, and more people will be out and about collecting gifts. 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 519-352-1234 extension #9 or by clicking http://ckpolice.com/online-crime-reporting/
Security Camera Registry
The Security Camera Registry is a community-based crime prevention opportunity and investigative resource that enlists the help of Chatham-Kent residents.
This registry enables community members to voluntarily identify their residential video surveillance location through a simple, secure, confidential, online form located on the Chatham-Kent Police Service website. Identified addresses will be mapped on a database of surveillance camera locations for officers to quickly and effectively direct resources when investigating criminal offences in your neighbourhood. Your participation in this innovative program can deter and prevent crime, and save lives.
For more information, please see https://ckpolice.com/camera-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.
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.
