NEWS RELEASE
November 20, 2024
Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 189 calls for service in the last 24 hours. 6 people were arrested.
Warrant Arrest – CK24059373
Yesterday at approximately 12:00 p.m. police attended an address on Lorne Avenue in Chatham. A 28-year-old Chatham woman, known to police to have an outstanding warrant for her arrest was located, arrested and later released with a future court date to answer to the charge.
Warrant Arrest – CK24059374
Yesterday at approximately 12:00 p.m. police attended an address on Lorne Avenue in Chatham. A 33-year-old Chatham man, known to police to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest was located, arrested and later released with a future court date to answer to the charge.
Warrant Arrest- CK24059411
Yesterday at approximately 4:00 p.m. a 45-year-old Chatham woman attended Chatham-Kent Police Service headquarters to turn herself in on an outstanding warrant for her arrest. She was arrested and later released with a future court date to answer to the charge.
Tips for driving safely in fog.
Before you drive — and during your trip — check weather forecasts. If there is a fog warning, delay your trip until it clears. It could save your life. The best thing to do is to avoid driving in fog. If you are caught driving in fog, follow these safe driving tips:
- Pay full attention to your driving.
- Slow down gradually and drive at a speed that suits the conditions.
- Use your low-beam lights. The high beam reflects off the moisture droplets in the fog, making it harder to see.
- If you have fog lights on your vehicle, use them, in addition to your low beams.
- Be patient. Avoid passing, changing lanes and crossing traffic.
- Use pavement markings to help guide you. Use the right edge of the road as a guide, rather than the centre line.
- Increase your following distance. You will need extra distance to brake safely.
- Look and listen for any hazards that may be ahead.
- Watch for any electronically operated warning signs.
Source: https://www.ontario.ca/document/official-ministry-transportation-mto-motorcycle-handbook/driving-difficult-weather-conditions#:~:text=Slow%20down%20gradually%20and%20drive,addition%20to%20your%20low%20beams.
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.
