The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 86 calls for service in the last 24 hours. One person was arrested.
Winter Driving
In the past 24 hours, officers have responded to 11 calls for abandoned vehicles and 11 motor vehicle collisions across the Municipality. Luckily, no one was seriously injured.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service would like to remind motorists to allow extra time to reach their destination today. Roads are snow covered and visibility is reduced in some areas.
Please ensure you drive according to the road and weather conditions.
Snow Emergency – Parking Ban
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent Public Works Department has declared a snow emergency. The current weather forecast indicates a heavy snowfall accumulation of 25 to 30 cm. Parking of vehicles on municipal streets and roads is prohibited now through until Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at 4:00 p.m.
Emergency vehicles, citizens and local businesses all depend on streets and roads to be clear for passage. This action is required to enable snow ploughs to clear away the snow as safely and efficiently as possible.
We are asking for the support of motorists to make every effort to move their vehicles off all Municipal streets and roads.
Man Charged with Being Intoxicated in a Public Place CK15002993
Just before 8:00 p.m. last night, officers arrested an intoxicated man at an establishment on King Street West in Chatham.
The 72-year-old Chatham man was unable to care for himself so he was taken into custody for his own safety.
The man was charged with being intoxicated in a public place. He was released when sober.
Stolen Vehicle CK15002973
The Chatham-Kent police are looking for information regarding a stolen vehicle.
Sometime late Saturday night or early Sunday morning, unknown suspect(s) stole a 1997 white Dodge van bearing Ontario licence plates 755 3FN from a residence on Lumley Street in Blenheim.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Mark Smith at [email protected] or 519-436-6600 extension #87162. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.