Police: B&E, tools stolen, ATV stolen, curfew breach

Man charged with breaching curfew

Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: Last night, shortly after 11 p.m. an officer on general patrol observed a man riding a bicycle on King Street East in Chatham.

A traffic stop was initiated for a Highway Traffic Act offence.

Through investigation, police learned that the man was currently bound a curfew.

The man was arrested and upon being searched, was found to be in possession of suspected methamphetamine.

A 32-year-old Chatham man was charged with failing to comply with his release conditions and drug possession.

He was released pending a future court date of July 8, 2021.

Theft of ATV in Howard Township

Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: Sometime late Sunday night or early Monday morning, unknown suspects stole a blue 2004 Yamaha Bruin 350 ATV from a property on Talbot Trail.

Total value of the theft has been estimated at $1,500.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Steve Donald at stevend@chatham-kent.ca or 519-436-6600 mailbox #4980.

Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.

Break and enter in Chatham

Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: Sometime yesterday between 1:30 a.m. and 6 a.m. unknown suspects entered an unlocked residence on Faircourt Avenue in Chatham.

Once inside, the suspects stole a purse and wallet.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Dave Miller at davidm@chatham-kent.ca or 519-436-6600 mailbox #87231.

Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.

Theft of tools in Raleigh Township

Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: On Sunday night around 9:30 p.m. unknown suspects entered an unlocked garage on Eighth Line.

Once inside, the suspects stole various tools:

– Mastercraft cordless drill set

– Bosch cordless drill set

– Stihl chainsaw

– Echo chainsaw

– Bosch leaf blower

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Lynette Hodder at lynetteh@chatham-kent.ca or 519-682-1411.

Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.

We would like to remind everyone about the 9pm Routine.

Criminals look for easy opportunities.

This ‘9pm Routine’ may help prevent crimes of opportunity.

Every night at 9 p.m. homeowners are encouraged to ensure the following checklist is complete:

– Remove valuables and garage door opener from vehicles

– Lock vehicles

– Close overhead garage door

– Lock door between garage and house

– Close and lock all external doors

– Ensure windows are closed and locked

– Turn on an exterior light

Start the 9 p.m. Routine with your family.

Together, we can help reduce crime in your neighbourhood.

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