Two men arrested for fraud
Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: On August 23, 2022, at 8:25 a.m., police began a fraud investigation when a business on Grand Avenue West in Chatham reported two men attempting to use a stolen credit card.
Police arrived on the scene and located the men riding bicycles a short distance away.
One man stopped when directed and was arrested on an outstanding warrant.
The other man continued to ride away.
He was arrested on an outstanding warrant and found to have several cards, not in his name and items purchased with the cards.
Through investigation, police learned the stolen cards were used to purchase items at several stores.
The 25-year-old Chatham-Kent man was arrested and charged with possession of a credit card obtained by crime and possession of the stolen property.
He was transported to police headquarters and later released with conditions and a future court date of September 19, 2022.
The 23-year-old Chatham-Kent man was arrested and charged with possession of a credit card obtained by crime, possession of the stolen property, four counts of fraud under $5,000, and failing to stop.
He was arrested on an outstanding warrant, and he was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing.
Youth arrested for mischief
Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: At 9:11 p.m., police responded to a family dispute in Tilbury.
Upon arrival, police learned a verbal argument between two family members resulted in the teen male causing damage to a wall.
The youth was arrested and charged with mischief. He was released with a future court date.
Vulnerable Persons Registry
Did you know that the Chatham-Kent Police Service has a Vulnerable Persons Registry?
The registry is an online tool that allows caregivers and family members to submit vital information to the police should they feel that someone under their care is at a risk due to a physical, medical, or mental health condition.
In the event of an emergency, police will have quick access to this vital information allowing officers to respond quickly and effectively.
The registry provides critical information such as a person’s physical description, routines, medical or special needs and emergency contact information.
Families and caregivers are also encouraged to submit a digital photo should their loved one get lost or go missing.
For more information, please see https://ckpolice.com/vulnerable-persons-registry/
