It took a dozen days, but Chatham-Kent police have released information on what transpired Oct. 5 on McNaughton Avenue East in Chatham.
Shortly after 11:30 a.m. that morning, police responded to an anonymous 911 call reporting a man standing on his front porch brandishing a firearm.
In the interest of public safety, officers promptly arrived at the scene and took immediate action by closing off the intersection at Taylor Avenue and McNaughton Avenue East, police say.
However, after a thorough assessment, the officers determined that the call was false and there was no actual threat to public safety. Consequently, the roadway was reopened, and the schools advised.
An investigation was conducted and has now been concluded.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service would like to remind everyone of the seriousness of making false 911 calls, as it diverts resources from genuine emergencies and can cause unnecessary panic and disruption in the community. Making a false emergency report is a criminal offense and can lead to legal consequences, police say.
