Chatham-Kent Police Service official allege: On Thursday, officers responded to the report of a man in crisis running through traffic in the area of Grand Avenue and St. Clair Street in Chatham.
As officers attempted to apprehend the man for his own safety, a struggle ensued.
The man was taken into custody and transported to the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance for an assessment.
The investigation is on-going.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Sgt. John DeForest at johnd@chatham-kent.ca or 519-436-6600 extension #627.
Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).