Chatham

CK police briefs - Saturday, January 28, 2023

Chatham man arrested after crashing pickup truck into hydro pole

Chatham-Kent police responded to a single-vehicle collision on Centre Side Road in Chatham early Saturday.

Police said a pickup truck struck a hydro pole and caused extensive damage.

The driver, a 21-year-old Chatham man, allegedly failed to remain at the scene but was soon located.

He was arrested on an outstanding warrant and issued a summons for failure to remain and careless driving.

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Copper wire stolen from construction site in Chatham

Chatham-Kent police are investigating after copper wiring was stolen from a number of new homes under construction.

Residents are asked to report suspicious activity. Anyone with information is asked to contact Const. Levi Tetrault at levit@chatham-kent.ca.

Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.

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