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Drivers warned to obey collision road closure signs

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a day ago

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Drivers warned to obey collision road closure signs

The Chatham-Kent Police Service is warning drivers to always obey road closure signs and barricades at scenes of collisions. Police said this is dangerous behaviour that affects the response of emergency crews, while also putting everyone involved in danger. 'In recent incidents, individuals have chosen to ignore clearly marked road closures, driving through active crash investigation scenes and endangering those working to secure the area,' read a news release. 'These actions are not only illegal, but potentially deadly.' Officers issued multiple offence notices were issued in recent events. Detours should always be followed, obey road signs, and respect work done at scenes of incidents.

Chatham-Kent police close Queens Line for serious collision

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3 days ago

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Chatham-Kent police close Queens Line for serious collision

Chatham-Kent Police Service is asking the public to avoid the area of Bloomfield Road and Richmond Street in Chatham due to a serious collision. Police say that the investigation is ongoing, but Queen's Line from Bloomfield Road to Dillon Road is closed in both directions until further notice. The public is asked to avoid the area, updates will be provided as they are made abvailable.

Sarnia man arrested after contacting assault victim in violation of release conditions

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3 days ago

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Sarnia man arrested after contacting assault victim in violation of release conditions

A 27-year-old Sarnia man is facing charges following a string of assaults and release violations against the same victim in Chatham-Kent. Police say that the Sarnia man was initially charged following a domestic disturbance at a residence. Police charged the man with five counts of assault, and three counts of assault causing bodily harm as the result of an investigation. Following those charges, the man was released with conditions not to contact the victim, or go to a location where she lived, worked, or attended school. On May 4, police received a call that the man was spotted at the victim's residence, however upon arrival he was not present, and they were unable to locate him. Investigation resulted in police discovering that the man had attended the residence on multiple occasions, and made attempts to contact the victim in violation of his probation conditions. Police issued a warrant for his arrest. On May 30, Sarnia police located the accused and he was arrested and transported to Chatham-Kent Police Service headquarters, where he remains and is being held. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help, including Chatham-Kent Victim Services. The OPP can be reached at anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. If you are in an immediate crisis, dial 911.