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.
Traffic Complaint- CK25056620
Date: September 18, 2025, Time: 2016 hrs, Location: St. Clair Street, Chatham
On September 18, 2025, at approximately 20:16 hrs, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of a traffic-related complaint in Chatham.
A 21-year-old male driver from Thamesville, reported being chased by a vehicle in connection to a prior dispute. During the incident, suspect’s vehicles rear-ended the complainant’s vehicle before pulling alongside and forcing it off the roadway. The complainant’s vehicle sustained damage. Additional medical assistance was not required.
The suspect fled Chatham-Kent and entered Lambton County.
Officers were able to track one of the involved individuals, a 19-year-old male from Chatham with the assistance from Ontario Provincial Police Service (OPP).
The Ontario Provincial Police notified CKPS that they had located the suspect at a gas station in Bridgen, Ontario. Police then attended the location and transferred custody from OPP.
As a result of the investigation, the individual was arrested and charged with the following offences:
- Count 1: Uttering Threats
- Count 2: Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
- Count 3: Assault with a Weapon
- Count 4: Fail to Remain
- Count 5: Fail to Report
The accused was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters, where he is currently being held for bail.
Chatham-Kent Police Service would like to thank the Ontario Provincial Police Service for their assistance in this incident.
Warrants – CK25056494
Date: September 18, 2025, Time: 08:59 hrs, Location: James Street, Wallaceburg
On August 28, 2025, at approximately 13:15 hrs, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of a break and enter.
Upon arrival, officers learned that two individuals entered the home through a screen window and were captured on surveillance footage.
Investigations revealed that several items were stolen from the residence.
As a result of the investigation, officers formed grounds to charge two individuals, a 31-year-old female from Wallaceburg and a 40-year-old male from Walpole Island. The accused fled the scene prior to police arrival.
The accused were charged with the following
- Count 1: Break and Enter contrary
- Count 2: Theft under $5,000
- Count 3: Possession of stolen property under $5,000
A warrant was issued for the arrest of the individuals.
On September 19, 2025, at approximately 08:59 hrs, the female accused was located and arrested by Chatham-Kent Police Service officers. She was found to have an outstanding endorsed First Instance Warrant for the listed charges.
The individual was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters where she was released with a scheduled future court date of October 27, 2025.
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.