NEWS RELEASE December 14, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 206 calls for service in the last 24 hours. 10 people was arrested.
Media Contact:
Littlewood #7288
Sgt. Lynette Rosina, Public Information Officer, 519-436-6600 X 80255, lynetter@chatham-kent.ca
Robbery in Wheatley
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Between 1:30am and 2:00am on December 14, 2024, a robbery occurred on Erie Street South, just South of Talbot Road East, Wheatley, Ontario. It was reported that approximately 15 people witnessed the occurrence. The suspect was seen wearing a bright orange construction coat. This is believed to be an isolated incident and there is no concern for public safety.
If you have any information to assist with this investigation, please contact Police at 519-352-1234.
Man Arrested for Impaired Driving
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On 2024-12-14 at approximately 0230hrs a 21-year-old man was observed operating a motor vehicle in Chatham with two flat tires and extensive body damage. The driver was stopped and found to be intoxicated by alcohol. The man was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Headquarters and provided breath samples in excess of double the legal limit of 80mg/100ml. The man was also found to have a suspended drivers license as a result of a Stunt Driving conviction. The man’s vehicle was impounded for 45-days under the VIP program, and they were released with a future court date.
Woman Arrested for Impaired Driving
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On 2024-12-14 at approximately 0245hrs a 20-year-old Woman was stopped while operating a Motor Vehicle in Blenheim. The woman was arrested for impaired driving and taken to the Chatham-Kent Police Headquarters. The woman provided breath samples in excess of double the legal limit of 80mg/100ml. Their vehicle was impounded, and they were released with a future court date.
Holiday Season Safety
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 519-436-6600 extension #222 or by clicking http://ckpolice.com/online-crime-reporting/
