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, including arrests, investigations, and other notable occurrences.
CK25043504- Arrest/Warrant
Date: July 23, 2025, Time: 15:25hrs, Location: Gillard Street, Wallaceburg
On July 9, 2025, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of a theft at a local gas station in Wallaceburg.
Upon investigation, it was revealed through surveillance footage two suspects, a 46-year-old male from Wallaceburg and a 45-year-old male from Walpole Island, were tampering with an air pump at approximately 3:30 am. One individual acted as a lookout while the other was seen removing the air pump. Both individuals were later seen leaving the area on bicycles.
Shortly after 5:00 a.m. a red minivan entered the area, and the two individuals were observed placing the stolen air pump into the rear of the vehicle. The suspects re-entered the van and left the scene.
A warrant was issued for both individuals’ arrests.
On July 23, 2025, at approximately 3:25 p.m. the Chatham-Kent Police Service conducted a person stop during routine patrol. As a result, the 46-year-old male from Wallaceburg was located and arrested for an outstanding endorsed warrant.
He is currently facing the following charges:
- Count #1: Theft Under $5,000
- Count #2: Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
The individual was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters. He was later released with conditions and a scheduled court date of August 20, 2025.
An outstanding warrant is still active for the 45-year-old male from Walpole at this time.
R.I.D.E. Program
Originating in Etobicoke in 1977, the R.I.D.E. program first started as a local initiative to reduce impaired driving in the west end of Metropolitan Toronto. The event’s success led to Canada-wide adoption of R.I.D.E., now known as Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere. R.I.D.E. programs operate year-round.
R.I.D.E-Case# CK25043609
Date: July 23, 2025, Time: 22:22 hrs Location: Lacroix St., Chatham
Details:
- Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere. R.I.D.E. program was executed at Lacroix St., Chatham. 93 vehicles were stopped; 2 Highway Traffic (HTA) warnings were provided.
R.I.D.E-Case# CK25043615
Date: July 23, 2025, Time: 23:04hrs Location: Mill St., Tilbury
Details:
- Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere. R.I.D.E. program was executed at Mill St., Tilbury. 20 vehicles were stopped.
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 Mrs. 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.