The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 84 calls for service in the past 24 hours. There were 4 arrests. There were 11 False- 911 calls.
Break and Enter CK16006817
On March 20, 2016, Chatham-Kent Police officers were dispatched to attend the area of Margaret Avenue, Wallaceburg, in response to a break and enter. Through investigation it was discovered that sometime between 9:00pm on Saturday March 19th and 2:30am today, unknown suspects entered the Margaret Avenue residence and stole several hundred dollars in electronics.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Stan Scott at [email protected] or 519-436-6600 extension #82448. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
Disturbance CK16006811
On March 20, 2016 at approximately 2:00am, Chatham-Kent Police officers were dispatched to attend the area of Park Street, Dresden in response to a call of disturbance. Upon arrival, officers located a female party who had a strong odour of alcohol on her breath and who was exhibiting obvious signs of intoxication. It was deemed that the female was in no condition to care for herself or others. The 22 year old Thamesville resident was arrested for being intoxicated in a public place and remained at Chatham-Kent Police headquarters till sober.
Make the Right Call – Every Call Is Important!
False 911 calls are continuing to pull officers away from incidents that require their attention. In the last 24 hours the Chatham-Kent Police Emergency Communication Centre received 11 false 911 calls.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service would like to ensure that everyone knows what number to call should they require police assistance.
If you have a life threatening emergency or would like to report a crime in progress, please call 911 immediately.
For all other non-emergency incidents, please call our Dispatch Center at 519-352-1234.
If you would like to speak with an officer regarding a general inquiry, please call 519-436-6600 extension #222.
If you have information on a crime and wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), you may be eligible for a cash reward.
Chatham-Kent Police remind you not to call 911 unless it is an emergency.