Cyclist stopped for not being bright enough
A 24-year-old Wallaceburg man who was wanted by police is finding out the hard way that you need to have a light on your bicycle if you're going cycling after dark.
Chatham-Kent police said the man was one of two cyclists who were stopped in Wallaceburg at around 2:30 a.m. Friday for biking without any lights at nighttime.
Police said after they stopped the cyclists, one of the riders dropped their bike and started running away.
Officers said they were able to stop the man after a short pursuit and arrested him.
He was charged with obstructing a police investigation, escaping lawful custody, and breaching his probation.
Through their investigation, police also learned that the man was wanted for similar offences in other jurisdictions in Ontario. He was set to be held in custody pending a bail hearing.
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Electronics targeted during break-in
Chatham-Kent police are putting out a call for tips after someone broke into a home on Selton Line.
Police said they were called to the residence shortly after 5 p.m. Thursday, adding that multiple items had been reportedly stolen including a battery charger and a truck radio.
Officers are asking anyone with tips to contact Chatham-Kent police or Crime Stoppers.
