Chatham-Kent Police cruiser (Photo by Allanah Wills)Chatham-Kent Police cruiser (Photo by Allanah Wills)
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UPDATE: Police investigate robbery in Ridgetown

Chatham-Kent police are investigating after a home invasion style robbery that took place early Sunday morning.

Investigators said shortly after 5 a.m. Sunday, three men with bats allegedly entered an apartment on Victoria Avenue in Ridgetown, knocking over the homeowner as she unlocked the door.

According to police, the three men then assaulted two men inside. The suspects had fled the scene by the time officers arrived.

The two victims sustained serious head injuries as a result of the incident and were taken to the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance for treatment.

The investigation is ongoing and there are currently no suspects.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact Chatham-Kent police by calling 519-436-6600. Anonymous callers can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS and may be eligible for a cash reward.

 

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