The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 158 calls for service in the last 24 hours. Three people were arrested, and one on an outstanding warrant.
Man Arrested for Bail Violations CK22053654
On May 15, 2022, the court released the man with conditions to remain inside his residence between 11:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m and not to possess weapons or drugs without a valid prescription.
On November 15, 2022, at 1:51 a.m., police observed the man riding a bicycle on Wallace Street in Wallaceburg. The man was stopped and arrested.
Upon arrest, the man was found to possess a knife and suspected methamphetamine.
The 38-year-old Wallaceburg man was charged with three counts of failing to comply with a release order. He was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing.
Man Arrested for Assault CK22053615
At 7:13 p.m., police responded to a disturbance on Blythwood Crescent in Chatham.
Police arrived on the scene to a large gathering of people on Marion Avenue in Chatham.
Through investigation, police learned a woman approached the man for a light for her cigarette. The man assaulted the woman by pushing her to the ground. The woman’s two daughters witnessed the assault and attempted to intervene. The man struck one of the daughters in the face with his hand, which caused her to fall to the ground. He pushed the other daughter knocking her to the ground as well.
The 34-year-old Chatham Man was located and arrested. He was charged with three counts of assault. He was transported to police headquarters and released with conditions and a future court date of December 19, 2022.
Vulnerable Persons Registry
Did you know that the Chatham-Kent Police Service has a Vulnerable Persons Registry?
The registry is an online tool that allows caregivers and family members to submit vital information to the police should they feel that someone under their care is at risk due to a physical, medical, or mental health condition. In an emergency, police will have quick access to this vital information allowing officers to respond quickly and effectively.
The registry provides critical information such as a person’s physical description, routines, medical or particular needs and emergency contact information. Families and caregivers are also encouraged to submit a digital photo should their loved one get lost or go missing.
For more information, please see https://ckpolice.com/vulnerable-persons-registry/