The Chatham-Kent Police Service has laid charges following an investigation into a serious aggravated assault in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent.
On March 24, 2026, at approximately 11:30 p.m., the Chatham-Kent Police Service was notified by the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance that a male had attended the hospital suffering from serious stab wounds. The victim was later transported to the London Health Sciences Centre and remains in stable condition.
Through the investigation, officers determined the incident occurred at a residence on Alexandra Avenue in Chatham. The victim was in the company of several other individuals when a physical altercation involving multiple parties took place. During the altercation, the victim sustained multiple stab wounds and was able to flee the residence to seek medical attention.
Police attended the residence and safely contained the situation. All involved parties were taken into custody without incident.
As a result of the investigation:
- A 22-year-old male from Chatham-Kent and a 25-year-old male from Chatham have each been charged with aggravated assault.
- The 22-year-old male has also been charged with failure to comply with a probation order.
- One youth has also been charged with aggravated assault. In accordance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act, no further information regarding the youth can be released.
All accused individuals were held in custody pending bail hearings. Police have determined this was an isolated incident and there is no ongoing risk to public safety.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service continues to investigate. Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact police at 519‑436‑6600, or Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑TIPS (8477), or submit an anonymous tip online at www.ckcrimestoppers.ca.