Chatham

CK police briefs- Wednesday, July 1, 2020

ATV stolen in break and enter

Police are investigating after a garage was broken into in Ridgetown.

It happened on Spence Line sometime between June 26 and June 30.

According to police, unknown suspects forced their way into a garage, causing $200 in damage.

Once inside, the culprit got away with a 2004 Honda ATV valued at $1,500.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Constable Mark Smith at [email protected] or 519-436-6600 extension 87162. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

Arrest for bail violations

On Tuesday night an officer on general patrol in Chatham located a man on King Street East who was known to be on a curfew.

He was arrested for breaching his recognizance. He was also found to be in possession of drugs and was charged accordingly.

The 57-year-old was transported to police headquarters for booking and held for bail.

Man arrested for allegedly making threats

Late Tuesday night a 25-year-old was arrested for uttering threats.

It started when officers responded to a call at a residence on Main Street East in Ridgetown.

He was eventually released with a future court date.

Intoxicated woman arrested 

A woman had to spend some time with police after having too much to drink.

Police responded to a family dispute at a residence on Chestnut Street in Bothwell on Tuesday evening.

One of the women involved was found to be intoxicated. As a result, the 60-year-old was arrested for breach of peace, transported to the police station for booking and held until sober.

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