Police: Public input needed (photo), MVC, threats, winter driving tips

Police looking for the public’s assistance

Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: On Sunday morning, just before 8 a.m. an unknown man was found inside a vacant home on Thames Street.

Submitted Photo

The homeowner and man engaged in a verbal argument as the man fled.

Nothing was stolen from the home.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Shaide Pallister at shaidep@chatham-kent.ca or 519-436-6600 mailbox #87383.

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

Man charged with domestic related offences

Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: Last night, police received information about a domestic disturbance that occurred at a residence in Chatham.

Through investigation, police learned that a verbal argument escalated into a physical altercation between the woman and her boyfriend.

The 24-year-old Chatham man was arrested and charged with domestic related offences.

He has been held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Man charged with uttering threats

Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: Last night, police responded to a disturbance at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance.

Through investigation, police learned that the man threatened a nurse while being discharged from the Emergency Department.

The 39-year-old man, of no fixed address, was arrested and charged with uttering threats.

He was released pending a future court date of January 18, 2022.

Motor vehicle collision

Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: Last night, police responded to a two vehicle collision on Charing Cross Road near Talbot Trail.

No one was injured.

Total damage was estimated at $3,000.

A 55-year-old Cedar Springs man was charged with following too closely.

Driving in winter weather

Winter weather can be unpredictable at times, which means that driving slow and staying in control can help you stay safe on the roads.

The Chatham-Kent Police would like to offer the following safety tips while driving:

– Slow Down – most winter collisions happen because drivers are going too fast for the road conditions.

– Don’t use cruise control on wet, snowy or icy pavement – it reduces your reaction time and vehicle control

– Steer Gently – hard braking or quick acceleration may cause you to skid (if you do skid – steer in the direction you want to go)

– Give Space – it takes longer to stop on slippery roads, so give yourself extra space between other vehicles.

For more Winter Driving safety tips, click here. 

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