Chatham-Kent police officer suspended after impaired and dangerous driving charges

A Chatham-Kent police officer has been arrested after a traffic stop in Leamington.

A Chatham-Kent police officer has been suspended with pay after a traffic stop by OPP in Leamington.

It took place on Wednesday evening on Highway 3.

Police say the officer had been with the Chatham-Kent police for two years and was off-duty when the incident occurred.

Const. Trent Fox was arrested and charged with operation while impaired, failure or refusal to comply with demand, dangerous operation and resist peace officer.

He was released with a first appearance date of July 16, 2025. His driver’s license has been suspended for ninety (90) days and his vehicle impounded for seven (7) days.

An internal investigation will be conducted following the completion of the charges before the courts.

The Chatham-Kent Police Service will not be providing any additional information or comments as the incident is now before the courts.