Neighbour Dispute Leads to Charges CK15034277
Yesterday morning, police responded to a neighbour dispute in Coatsworth. Two men were arguing as one of the families’ dog was eating the others’ cat food outside. The verbal argument escalated into a physical altercation. A main entrance front door window was smashed and one of the men sustained injuries as a result of being assaulted with a homemade sword. The injured man was transported to the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance where he was treated and released.
A 33-year-old man has been charged with uttering threats and being in possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
A 43-year-old man has been charged with uttering threats and mischief under $5000.
Both men have been held in custody pending a bail hearing.
Man Arrested on Outstanding Warrant CK15034338
On November 9, 2015, police responded to a domestic disturbance at a residence in Chatham. The man fled prior to police arrival and a warrant was issued for his arrest.
Last night, police received information that the man was at a residence in Chatham. As officers arrived, the man jumped the fence in an attempt to flee. Officers were waiting for him on the other side and he was arrested. Through investigation, police further learned that the man was breaching his curfew condition. Upon being searched incident to arrest, the man was also found to be in possession of crystal methamphetamine, a digital scale and small baggies.
The 30-year-old Blenheim man has been charged with uttering threats, possession for the purposes of trafficking and nine counts of failing to comply. He has been held in custody pending a bail hearing.
Break and Enter in Wallaceburg CK15034283
Sometime between November 15 at 10:00 p.m. and November 16 at 12:00 p.m. unknown suspect(s) broke the front door window of Geek and Things on James Street. Once inside, the suspect(s) stole a PlayStation 3, Panasonic television, Xbox and several PS3 games. Total value of the theft was estimated at $850.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Darcy Lunn at [email protected] or 519-436-6600 extension #85385. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
Chatham-Kent Police Services Board Meeting
Please be advised that there will be a Chatham-Kent Police Services Board Meeting today at 10:30 a.m. at police headquarters, 24 Third Street, Chatham.
Const. Renee Cowell
Public Information Officer
Chatham-Kent Police Service
519-380-6591