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CK police briefs - Sunday, April 7, 2024

Teens face weapons charges

A 16-year-old and 17-year-old are facing weapons charges following an incident on Saturday night.

Just before 9:30 p.m., Chatham-Kent police were called to a Wallaceburg residence for reports that two people in a vehicle were aiming a firearm at the home.

After locating the vehicle, police arrested the male youths inside and seized an airsoft handgun.

The teens are facing weapons charges including pointing a firearm and weapons - dangerous. They were released from police custody with an undertaking and a future court date.

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62-year-old arrested for careless driving

Chatham-Kent police responded to a collision on Saturday involving a vehicle crashing into a tree.

Officers were called to the scene on Grand Avenue West at about 4 p.m.

No serious injuries were reported.

A 62-year-old man has been charged with careless driving.

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