Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: At 6:38 p.m., police responded to Raleigh Street in Chatham for a weapons investigation.
The investigation revealed a group of youths were walking on Raleigh Street when one youth punched a “For Sale” sign.
A bystander confronted the youths on the behaviour and in response the youth brandished a “flick” knife in a threatening manner.
The 16-year-old Chatham male youth was located and arrested.
He was transported to police headquarters where he was released to a parent with conditions and a future court date of May 13, 2024.
The youth is currently facing the following charges: assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
