The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 148 calls for service in the last 24 hours. Ten people were arrested, and four were on outstanding warrants.
Man Arrested for Assault CK23029833
At 11:06 a.m., police responded to a business on Lacroix Street in Chatham.
Through investigation, police learned the man entered the store and became upset with an employee. The man pushed the employee knocking off his glasses and left the store.
The 36-year-old Chatham man was located later in the day and arrested. He was charged with assault and mischief and released with conditions, and a future court date of July 17, 2023.
Man Arrested for Weapon Offences CK23029847
At 12:08 p.m., police responded to Grand Avenue East in Chatham for a weapons investigation.
Upon police arrival, the man was found holding the firearm and placed in on a chair when directed. The man was taken into custody without incident. The firearm was identified as a pellet gun.
Through investigation, police learned the victims walked into an alleyway after hearing a commotion. Upon seeing the victims, the man pointed a firearm at them and commented he would shoot if they got any closer.
The 77-year-old Charing Cross man was arrested and charged with possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, pointing a firearm and uttering threats. He was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing.
Man Arrested for Impaired Driving CK23029871
At 2:58 p.m., police responded to a traffic complaint on Charing Cross Road in Raleigh Township. Police received information the vehicle was driving on and off the shoulder of the road.
The vehicle was located on Charing Cross Road near Devon Road, and police conducted a traffic stop. The officer believed the man to be driving while under the influence of alcohol. A roadside breath test was administered. The man was arrested and transported to police headquarters for further breath tests.
The 62-year-old Chatham man was charged with having a blood alcohol level exceeding the legal limit. He was released with conditions and a future court date of June 26, 2023. His vehicle was towed from the scene.
Woman Arrested for Assault CK23029879
At 3:45 p.m., police responded to Landings Place for a domestic dispute.
Police learned the woman and the man engaged in a verbal argument. The argument escalated when the woman punched the man in the face.
The 34-year-old Chatham woman was charged with assault. She was transported to police headquarters and released with conditions and a future court date of July 10, 2023.
Man and Woman Arrested for Failing to Comply CK23029935
At 10:56 p.m., police responded to Wellington Street East in Chatham for a domestic dispute.
Police arrived and found the man with the woman. The man was bound by a release order with conditions including not communicating with the woman.
The 39-year-old Chatham man was charged with failing to comply with a release order. He was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing.
The 37-year-old Chatham woman was also arrested and charged with failing to comply with a release order. She was transported to police headquarters and released with conditions and a future court date of July 17, 2023.
