Suspect arrested for break and enter
The Windsor Police Service has arrested a suspect who broke into one house and attempted to break into another earlier this month.
On December 31, 2023, the suspect forced his way through the front door of a house in the 7800 block of Hawthorne Drive. When confronted by the homeowner, the suspect threw a chair at the homeowner before fleeing the scene. On January 1, 2024, this same suspect attempted to gain entry into another house in the 7700 block of Hawthorne Drive, but was unsuccessful.
On January 10, 2024, the Windsor Police Target Base Unit located and arrested Benjamin Carter, 27, in relation to these incidents. He was charged with:
• Break and enter
• Attempted break and enter
• Assault with a weapon
• Mischief causing property damage
• Wearing a disguise with intent to commit an indictable offence
• Failure to comply with a release order (x 2)
• Breach of probation (x 2)
The victim did not suffer any injuries.
This is an ongoing investigation and further charges are anticipated.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to call the Windsor Police Target Base Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4350. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.
If you or someone you know is an affected person in need of support, please call Victim Services Windsor Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Victim Assistance Unit at Windsor Police at 519-255-6700, ext. 4879.