Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: A 57-year-old Chatham man is facing charges after police say he took alcoholic beverages from a business without paying.
Members of the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a theft complaint at a business in the area of Grand Avenue West on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at approximately 7:30 a.m. Through investigation, police learned a male suspect had entered the store, taken the items, and left without making any attempt to pay.
The man was located and arrested, and charged with theft under $5,000 and possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000.
He was transported to Chatham-Kent Police headquarters, where he was released on an undertaking with a future court date of October 13, 2026.
