Drone deployed to help track down alleged theft suspects near Tilbury

Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: At approximately 12:06 a.m. on Monday, Chatham-Kent Police attended an address in the area of Oak Road in Tilbury, as suspicious activity was reported.

A suspicious vehicle and individuals with flashlights were observed.

Upon police arrival, they located a UHaul loaded with property; but the suspects had fled. 

The drone was deployed, and police were able to locate the three suspects hiding near a retaining pond. 

A 26-year-old woman from Blenheim, a 58-year-old Tilbury man and a 33-year-old Tilbury man were all arrested for Trespass by Night.

They were additionally charged with Theft and Possession Under $5,000.

All three parties were transported to Chatham-Kent Police Headquarters, where they were processed and released with a future court date.

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