Chatham man charged after toolbox taken from restricted area

A 35-year-old Chatham man has been charged after a toolbox containing tools was reportedly taken from a building on Grand Avenue West, police said. Officers responded to the theft complaint at about 7:04 a.m. on Nov. 9, 2026, according to the Chatham-Kent Police Service.

Police said their investigation included a review of video surveillance. According to police, a man entered the building and went into an area where access was restricted. He allegedly took a toolbox containing various tools before leaving the building.

Officers located the man a short time later in Chatham, police said. The man is from Chatham and has no fixed address, according to the police service.

Charges and bail

Following the investigation, police arrested the 35-year-old and charged him with three offences:

• Theft under $5,000;
• Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000;
• Mischief involving obstruction or interruption of the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property.

Police said the accused was taken to Chatham-Kent Police headquarters after his arrest. He was held pending a bail hearing.

The police file number for the theft investigation is CK26083400. Police identified the location of the initial complaint as the Grand Avenue West area in Chatham.