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Chatham

Taser Used to Apprehend Suspect

Chatham-Kent police had to use a taser to take a suspect into custody.

Last night around 9:30pm, officers responded to a call about a suspicious man on Harvey St. in Chatham.

When they arrived, police found an intoxicated man with a bag full of break-in tools attempting to pry open a car door.

The suspect became aggressive during the arrest, kicking and swinging at officers. Police had to use a taser to take him into custody.

A search found the 33-year-old was in possession of methamphetamine. He's charged with being intoxicated in a public place, resist arrest and drug possession.

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