Dangerous driving
Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: Yesterday morning at approximately 11:45 a.m. police were dispatched to the area of Fraser Road in Wallaceburg in regards to an ATV complainant.
Police attempted to initiate a traffic stop with the ATV, which failed to do stop.
The male then fled on foot and short foot pursuit ensued, police were able to apprehend the male and subsequently the male was arrested.
A 31-year-old Wallaceburg man was arrested and charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, fail to stop, no plate, fail to identify and suspend drive.
The accused was released with a future court date of May 25, 2022.
Dog barking complaints
Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: Over the last several days police have responded to a number of complainants regarding barking dogs.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service would like to remind members of the public that dog owners are liable to receive a noise by-law offence notice, under Municipality of Chatham-Kent Provincial Offence Act Item number 18, section 2, and schedule 2-9 “Permitting noise made by dog or a pet”.
Owners could be subject to a fine of $150.
The penalty provision for the offence is Section 10 of By-Law 41-2004.
The Chatham-Kent Police would also like to remind all pet owners to ensure their pets are well cared for.
If you have concerns for a pet in your neighborhood please contact Pet and Wildlife Rescue.
For more information for Municipality of Chatham-Kent By-laws, a list can be found at List of By-laws (chatham-kent.ca)
