THURSDAY, January 24, 2025

Chatham-Kent Police Service – Daily Report for January 23, 2025

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:

Spotlight

Total Call for Service: 195
911/PSAP Transfers:72
Reportable Calls: 39
Non-Reportable Calls: 156
Property Checks: 17
Community Services/Foot Patrol: 2
Domestics: 4
Arrests:

12 arrests were made throughout the day, including individuals wanted for outstanding warrants, failure to comply, and domestic-related offenses.
Key Incidents:

Impaired- Case# CK25004495

Date: January 23, 2025, Time: 07:03 hrs., Location: Wedgewood, Chatham

Details:

A 37-year-old male, from Chatham was found passed out in the driver’s seat of a vehicle, suspected to be under the influence of drugs. Suspected Methamphetamine was found in the vehicle. He was arrested for impaired driving and taken to Chatham-Kent Headquarters, where he underwent an evaluation by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) who confirmed the driver was impaired by a Central Nervous System Depressant. He was released with a scheduled court date on February 06, 2025.
Stolen Vehicle- Case# CK25004552

Date: January 23, 2025, Time: 12:50 hrs., Location: Dufferin Ave, Tilbury

Details:

A delivery driver stopped on Dufferin Avenue in Tilbury, leaving his van running and unlocked while he delivered a package. During the time, a 37-year-old male, from Leamington jumped into the driver’s seat and drove off. The van equipped with a GPS tracking device was followed by Chatham-Kent police officers to the Tecumseh Line area, where an attempt to stop the vehicle was initiated. Officers employed various techniques to stop the vehicle, prompting the driver to flee on foot but he was taken into custody after a brief chase. No injuries or damage were reported. The suspect was arrested and released with a court date of March 03, 2025.
Stolen Vehicle- Case# CK25004642

Date: January 23, 2025, Time: 21:58hrs., Location: Wellington Street, Chatham

Details:

While investigating a trespass to property complaint, a 35-year-old male, from Chatham was arrested on the strength of outstanding warrants. During the interactions, the man provided a false name to the officers. He was also found to be in possession of breaking and entering tools, which was in violation of his release conditions. He was transported to police headquarters and held for bail. He was additionally charged with obstructing a peace officer and failure to comply with an undertaking.
Warrants- Case# CK25004643

Date: January 23, 2025, Time: 22:05hrs., Location: Wellington Street, Chatham

Details:

A 38-year-old male, from Ottawa, was arrested on an endorsed failure to comply warrant during a routine traffic stop. He was subsequently released with conditions and a future court date of February 24, 2025.
Arrest- Case# CK25004691

Date: January 23, 2025, Time: 04:38hrs., Location: Orchard Heights Drive, Chatham

Details:

A 42-year-old male, from Chatham, was observed driving a vehicle while under suspension. He pulled into the parking lot of his residence and failed to identify himself to officers. After trying to evade the investigation by running to the building, he resisted arrest. He was charged with resisting arrest, obstruction and several Highway Traffic Act offences. He was released with a court date of March 3, 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 Coordinator 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.

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