Wanted man allegedly driving while impaired by drug
A 27-year-old Blenheim man has been charged with impaired driving after a close call on Queens Line early Thursday morning.
Chatham-Kent police said an off-duty officer observed a possible impaired driver on that road just before 6 a.m. Thursday and stopped to check on the well-being of the driver after the vehicle almost rolled into the ditch.
Police believed that the man had been driving while impaired, so he was arrested and taken back to police headquarters for an evaluation by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).
The DRE officer also believed the man was impaired by a drug, so he was charged with impaired driving in addition to driving while under suspension.
Police said the accused was also wanted on two outstanding warrants.
He was set to be held in custody pending a bail hearing.
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Lawn tractor reported stolen
Police are asking the public for tips after someone broke into a shed on Tenth Line in Raleigh Township and stole a yellow and white Cub Cadet lawn tractor.
Officers said the break-in and theft took place sometime over the past couple of days, adding that the lawn tractor is valued at approximately $1,000.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Mark Smith at marksm@chatham-kent.ca or 519-436-6600 extension #87162.
Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
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Police investigating smashed window at local restaurant
Chatham-Kent police are investigating after someone smashed the front window of Club Lentinas on National Road in Chatham.
Police said they responded to an alarm there at around 1 a.m. Thursday.
Investigators said they do not believe anyone got into the building or that anything was stolen, but the damage was estimated at $1,500.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Alena Fiala at alenaf@chatham-kent.ca or 519-436-6600 extension #87348.
Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
