Thursday police briefs

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Threats on social media lead to charges

Last night, Chatham-Kent police were notified of a threatening message on Snap Chat referencing John McGregor Secondary School.

Through investigation, the youth responsible was identified.

A 15-year-old Chatham youth was arrested and charged with uttering threats. He has been held in custody pending a bail hearing.

RIDE checks underway

Last night, Chatham-Kent police officers conducted a RIDE spot check in Bothwell and Kent Bridge.

A total of 95 vehicles were stopped and checked. Officers administered three roadside breath tests.

One person had their licence suspended for three days, one driver was charged with having open alcohol in their vehicle and another was charged with being a G1 driver with no qualified driver present.

’Tis the season.

Stolen vehicle

Yesterday afternoon, someone stole a black 2011 Ford Taurus from a residence on Wallace Street in Wallaceburg.

The car was last seen with Ontario license plates CAMS 395.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Const. Ken Morrell at kenm@chatham-kent.ca or 519-436-6600 ext. 87272. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.

Tools stolen

Sometime between Tuesday at 6:45 p.m. and Wednesday at 6:15 a.m., someone entered a residence under construction on Wellington Street East, causing about $1,500 damage.

Once inside, the suspect(s) stole various tools valued at $1,500.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Const. Jayme O’Reilly at jaymeo@chatham-kent.ca or 519-436-6600 ext. 87006. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.

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