Chatham-Kent, ON – On October 11, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m. Chatham-Kent Police Service officers responded to a residence on Wallace Street in Wallaceburg following reports of a male who was threatening individuals with a weapon. Officers arrived and the male barricaded himself inside the residence. Officers secured the area, and the Emergency Response Team was called in and negotiations were conducted to ensure the safety of all involved.
After approximately 3:00 p.m., several hours after the incident began, the male was taken into custody by members of the Emergency Response Team. The male sustained an injury and was transported to hospital for medical attention.
As a result of interaction with officers, the Chatham-Kent Police Service have notified the province’s Special Investigation Unit (SIU) which has invoked its mandate. As such, Chatham-Kent Police Service will be unable to provide further information or comment related to the incident.