Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: On June 13, 2025, at approximately 7:51 a.m. while the Chatham-Kent Police were attending to an arrest incident, a bystander, a 28-year-old male from Chatham began interfering with police efforts.
The individual shouted at officers while they were arresting another person.
Despite being cautioned not to interfere, the individual threw an object at one of the officers, striking the officer in the arm.
The suspect then fled on foot but was quickly located and arrested.
The officer sustained minor injuries, and medical attention was not required.
The individual was charged with the following:
– Obstructing a Peace Officer
– Assaulting a Peace Officer with a weapon
He was released with conditions and a scheduled future court date for July 22, 2025.
