CK police are investigating an incident of mischief causing damage to the Veterans Memorial Crosswalk in Erieau (photo by Georgia Newman)
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Arrest made after Erieau's Veterans Memorial Crosswalk damaged from burnout

A 19-year-old Tilbury man has been charged in connection with damage done to the Veterans Memorial Crosswalk in Erieau.

On July 27, 2026, Chatham-Kent (CK) police received a report of a possible burnout over the crosswalk.

Police identified the vehicle using CCTV footage and eventually the driver after receiving tips from the public.

A warrant was issued and a man was arrested on October 3, 2026. He is charged with mischief over $5,000.

He's since been released from police custody with a future court date.

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