Chatham-Kent Daily News Release – 02Jan2016

Domestic Assault with Weapon

In the morning of January 1, 2016, Chatham-Kent Police responded to a domestic dispute in Charing Cross. Through investigation it was learned that the man and woman’s relationship ended mid-2015, but was currently residing at the home until he could establish his own residence.

Earlier in the morning, an argument ensued after the man demanded a large knife (14-15” blade) that the female hid after being left out in plain sight. Once he obtained the knife, he began swinging it at the foot of her bed, causing slash marks and chipping to her wooden footboard. As she screamed for him to stop, he threw the knife in her direction, hitting the wall directly above the headboard. After refusing to leave, the female attempted to call Police with her cell phone, but the man shoved her away and grabbed her phone. The physical struggle for the phone continued into the hallway, and the female was struck in the face, causing a swollen lip and bloody nose. She eventually fled to another portion of the house and grabbed a secondary phone, then made it to her vehicle to call Police.

The 36 year old Charing Cross man was arrested and charged with Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, Assault with a Weapon and Assault. He was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Domestic Assault

In the morning of January 1, 2016, a man and woman had a dispute in their motel room on Grand Ave, Chatham. The female left on foot, but the male was persistent on her staying, and gave chase. After failed attempts at convincing her, he swung at her, contacting the back of her head twice. Two witnesses came to her assistance and provided her a cell phone to contact Police, while the male fled the area. Police located and arrested the man in his motel room.

The 32 year old Chatham man was charged with Assault, and held for a bail hearing.

Break and Enter, Theft, and a Breach

On December 16, 2015, a man was released from the courts, after being charged with Break and Enter and Possession of stolen property. He was placed on various conditions, including, “Remain in your residence daily between 9PM and 6AM.”

On December 20, 2015, Chatham-Kent Police attended a business on Wellington St, Chatham, for a Theft complaint. After reviewing surveillance footage, the man was recognized by Police but could not be located. A warrant was requested for his arrest.

On January 1, 2016, at approximately 10:30PM, the male was located by Police on Park St, Chatham, past his curfew. He was arrested on the outstanding warrants and transported to CKPS Headquarters.

The 32 year old Chatham man is currently charged with Break and Enter, Theft Under 5000, 2 counts of Possession of Property Under 5000, and Breach of Recognizance – Curfew. He was held in custody for a bail hearing.

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