Man arrested for theft
Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: At 8:23 a.m., police responded to a theft investigation at a Grand Avenue West establishment in Chatham.
Police were able to identify the suspect through surveillance video.
At 4:36 p.m., police responded to a business on St. Clair Street in Chatham for an unwanted person.
Through investigation, police learned the man was also the suspect in a theft investigation reported earlier in the day.
The man was located a short distance away and arrested.
The man was also wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to comply with a probation order.
The 31-year-old Chatham man was charged with theft and possessing stolen property.
He was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing.
Traffic enforcement
Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: Yesterday, members of the Chatham-Kent Police Traffic Unit conducted traffic enforcement throughout the Municipality, specifically in the Blenheim, Wabash and Longwoods Road in Chatham Township.
A total of 16 Provincial Offence Notices were issued for speeding and other driving-related violations.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service reminds motorists to obey the speed limit.
Speed is almost always a significant factor in collisions with severe and fatal injuries.
Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Make it a priority when you drive.
