Chatham-Kent Daily News Release – 17May2016

The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 126 calls for service in the last 24 hours. Four people were arrested.

Woman Charged with Theft CK16013681

On May 13, 2016 just before 8:00 p.m. a man and woman entered Foodland grocery store on Queen Street in Tilbury. The woman placed several packages of meat into a green reusable grocery bag while the man stood a short distance away keeping an eye out for any employee. The man and woman then switched positions and the man placed several packages of meat into a black reusable grocery bag. The woman exited the store making no attempt to pay for the items. The man proceeded to the check out and purchased four Gatorade drinks but made no attempt to pay for the meat. Total value of the theft was estimated at $400.

Last night, police located the woman and she was arrested. Vanessa Vandeven, 26 years, of Park Avenue West in Chatham has been charged with theft under $5000. She was released pending a future court date of June 7, 2016.

Police continue to look for her male accomplice.

Man Charged with Assault CK16013719

On May 6, 2016 the man observed an ex-girlfriend walking in Chatham. The man crossed the street and approached the woman asking her to accompany him to a residence. When the woman ignored his request, the man grabbed the woman and assaulted her. The man was chased away by witnesses in the area.

Early this morning, police located the man and he was arrested. The 18-year-old Chatham man has been charged with assault. He was released with conditions pending a future court date of June 7, 2016.

Recovered Stolen Vehicle and Trailer in Chatham CK16013595

Sometime between May 14 at 10:00 a.m. and May 16 at 7:00 a.m. unknown suspect(s) stole a truck and trailer parked at Cogeco Cable on Richmond Street.

Yesterday morning, around 7:45 a.m. the 20 foot red trailer containing a 300 gallon water tank was located at Agris on Park Avenue West. At approximately 9:20 a.m. the grey 2000 Ford F-550 truck was located in a parking lot on Lacroix Street.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Greg Dilliott at [email protected] or 519-436-6600 extension #87278. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.

Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run

Through the years, police services across the Province have been raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics Ontario. The money raised has allowed more people with mental disabilities to participate. There is the chance for year round participation as the athletes have the chance to qualify for Regional, Provincial, National, and International Competitions.

This year, members of various law enforcement agencies will be participating locally here in our community on Friday, June 10, 2016. Runners are asked to assemble at the Parc Centenaire de Pain Court at 12:30 p.m. The run through the village will start at 1:00 p.m. and will be approximately 4 km in total.

The Chatham-Kent Police Service would like to invite members of the community to run / walk with us in support of Special Olympics. Those interested are encouraged to contact Constable Mike Currie at [email protected]

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