Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 156 calls for service in the last 24 hours. Five people were arrested, and one was on outstanding warrants.
Man Arrested for Assault CK24010139
At 7:47 a.m., police responded to a residence on Sheldon Avenue for a disturbance. Police were informed a distraught woman was calling for help from a second-floor window and there was a man inside the residence with a firearm. Upon arrival, officers successfully extracted the woman and ensured her safety.
After negotiations, the man voluntarily excited the residence and was peacefully taken into custody. A black replica handgun was located and seized.
Further investigation revealed a verbal argument escalated into a physical assault on the woman.
The 30-year-old Chatham man was charged with assault. He was transported to police headquarters and released with conditions and a future court date of March 25, 2024.
Woman Arrested for Breach of Peace CK24010282
On March 7, 2024, at 3:41 a.m., police responded to a disturbance on Emma Street in Chatham.
Upon arrival officers located the woman yelling, acting erratically, and believed to be under the influence of a controlled substance. She was arrested and transported to police headquarters.
The 18-year-old Orford Township woman was held until sober.
Man Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24010283
On January 20, 2024, at 1:40 a.m., police responded to Wellington Street in Chatham for a mischief investigation. Investigation revealed the man damaged a doorbell and a window on the property. The man was arrested and released with a February 26, 2024, court date. When the man failed to make this scheduled court appearance a warrant was issued for his arrest.
On March 7, 2024, at 3:21 a.m., police located the man on Grand Avenue in Chatham and was arrested.
The 28-year-old Chatham-Kent man was charged with mischief. He was released with a new court date.
