The Chatham-Kent Police Service (CKPS) responded to a variety of incidents over the past 24 hours. Below is a summary of the key events.
Arrest/Warrant – CK26010318
Date: February 9, 2026, Time: 19:47 hrs., Location: Queen Street., Chatham
On August 14, 2025, at approximately 19:34 hrs., the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of theft at a retail store on Wellington Street West, Chatham.
Investigation revealed that a female accused had entered the store, selected merchandise, placed the items into a shopping bag before exiting the store without making any attempt to pay.
Through the use of surveillance footage, the accused was identified as a 50-year-old female from Chatham-Kent. Officers formed reasonable grounds to charge the individual with the following:
- Count: 1 – Theft Under $5000
- Count: 2 – Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
Subsequently, a warrant was issued for her arrest.
On August 20, 2025, at approximately 16:16 hrs., the accused was located on Jeffery Street, Chatham. She was arrested on the strength of her outstanding warrant. She was released with
conditions and a court date which she failed to attend on several occasions.
On February 9, 2026, at approximately 19:47 hrs., the accused was located on Queen Street, Chatham during a person stop. She was arrested on the strength of her outstanding warrant. The accused was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters where she is currently held for bail.
Arrest/Warrant – CK26010410
Date: February 9, 2026, Time: 03:05 hrs., Location: Murray Street, Wallaceburg
On August 26, 2025, at approximately 12:33 hrs., the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of theft at a retail store on McNaughton Avenue, Wallaceburg (CK25051302).
Investigation revealed that a female accused had entered the store, selected merchandise, placed the items into a shopping bag before exiting the store without making any attempt to pay.
Through the use of surveillance footage, the accused was identified as a 42-year-old female from Wallaceburg. Officers formed reasonable grounds to charge the individual with the following:
- Count: 1 – Theft Under $5000
- Count: 2 – Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
Subsequently, a warrant was issued for her arrest.
On August 28, 2025, at approximately 7:59 hrs., the accused was located on Reaume Avenue, Wallaceburg. She was arrested on the strength of her outstanding warrant and was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters, where she was later released with a scheduled court date of October 1, 2025. The accused failed to attend court and a warrant was subsequently issued for her arrest.
On February 9, 2026, at approximately 03:05hrs., the accused was located on Murray Street, Wallaceburg during a person stop. She was arrested on the strength of an endorsed outstanding warrant. The accused was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters, where she was released with conditions and a future court date of March 9, 2026.
Arrest/Warrant – CK26010285
Date: February 9, 2026, Time: 16:29 hrs., Location: St. Clair Street, Chatham
On February 9, 2026, at approximately 16:29 hrs., the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of theft at a local retail store on St. Clair Street, Chatham.
Investigations revealed that a male had arrived at the store with a U-Haul vehicle and left with a shopping cart full of unpaid merchandise.
Through the use of various investigative methods, the vehicle was located on Fifth Street, Chatham.
As a result of the investigation, police identified the accused as a 51-year-old male from Chatham.
The individual was charged with the following offences:
- Count: 1 – Theft Under $5000
- Count: 2 – Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
The accused was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters, where he was released with conditions and a scheduled court date. He was also trespassed from the retail store.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community. We continue to monitor ongoing investigations and encourage residents to report any suspicious activities to assist in maintaining public safety. For more information or media inquiries, please contact the Chatham-Kent Police Service Corporate Communications – Shelomi Legall at shelomil@chatham-kent.ca or Tel: (519)
436-6600, ext. 80648.
End of Release
This release is intended for general informational purposes and does not disclose any personal or confidential information about individuals involved. All arrested individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.