Hamilton Police are warning the public of an investment scam involving cryptocurrency that is targeting Hamiltonians. While this fraud has been around for a while there has been a surge recently of victims, as awareness in the public of digital …

Hamilton Police are investigating after a spoofing email was sent to media outlets regarding a false crypto scam investigation. On Tuesday, July 4, 2023, a fake story in which the Hamilton Police entered into a joint investigation with the …

Beginning on June 26, Hamilton downtown residences and businesses will start to see some familiar faces patrolling the downtown core. In response to requests for increased police presence, Hamilton Police have launched Core Patrol.Core Patrol is a …

On Sunday June 25th, 2023 at approx. 2:40pm, Hamilton Police responded to the area of the Bruce Trail at Wentworth Street South, where a female was the victim of a sexual assault.Hamilton Police are asking witnesses to come forward that may have …

In 2022, Hamilton Police received more than 22,600 911 calls from unsubscribed devices that could not be dialed back. So far in 2023, our communications team was able to confirm more than 9,200 calls have been a result of unsubscribed devices …

Hamilton Police are hosting a recruitment information session aimed at attracting Hamilton’s diverse community to a career in policing.Taking place during Black History Month, Hamilton Police are committed to expanding diversity within the Service …

On Saturday November 26th at approximately 7:00 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to the area of Catharine Street and Robert Street, where a female was the victim of a sexual assault.Hamilton Police are asking residence and businesses in the area to …

Hamilton Police continue to investigate numerous reports of residential entries in Ancaster over the last two months.The public can expect an increased police presence in the Ancaster area as Hamilton Police continue efforts to identify the …

Hamilton Police and community partners are releasing enforcement results after a series of unsanctioned street parties in the Westdale and Ainslie Woods neighbourhoods over the weekend.In addition to police, Hamilton Fire, Hamilton Paramedics, …

Westdale and Ainslie Woods residents can expect a significant police presence on Saturday, October 1, 2022, to address a planned large unsanctioned street gathering .Last year, up to 5,000 people gathered in the Westdale and Ainslie Woods …

Beginning September 26, 2022, there will be new hours of operation at the East End and Mountain Stations. Doors will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. to provide service to the public. After 8:00 p.m., all walk-in traffic will be directed to …

Hamilton Police continue to deploy the police All-Terrain Vehicle Unit (ATV Unit) to identified areas of concern and assist with the increase in complaints and calls for service regarding Off Road Vehicles (ORVs), including “dirt bikes” and …

Barton Street East / Smith Avenue - SIU Investigation The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked their mandate following an Motor Vehicle Collision in the area of Barton Street East and Smith Avenue in the early morning hours of June …

Effective Friday, April 1, 2022, fees for volunteer Criminal Records Checks (CRCs) and Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Checks (CRJMCs) will be eliminated. In addition, individual fees for Criminal Records Checks (CRCs) and Criminal Record and …

The Hamilton Police Service has seen an increase in the number of "emergency" or "grandparent" scams reported.Under this scam, the victim receives a call from a fraudster posing as a grandchild or other family member. The fraudster claims they have …

Over the past two months, Hamilton Police has seen an increase in the number of "emergency" or "grandparent" scams reported.Under this scam, the victim receives a call from a fraudster posing as a grandchild or other family …

Hamilton residents now have a safe place to exchange goods bought and sold online thanks to the new Buy and Sell Exchange Zone located at the Mountain Station, 400 Rymal Rd. E.Beginning on October 6, 2021, buyers and sellers can use the two parking …

Hamilton Police are reminding university revelers to stay safe and celebrate responsibly this weekend. For those that don’t, there could be a dent in their pocketbooks, with hefty fines for excessive noise or public intoxication.Hamilton …

Project TORQUE is wrapping up with over 1,000 charges for excessive noise, street racing and dangerous driving. Launched in June, Project TORQUE (Targeting Operators, Riders and Equipment by Uniform Enforcement) was created to address community …

Hamilton Police have launched a Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ Engagement Survey, in partnership with McMaster University, to help inform the selection of a suitable facilitator to lead ongoing conversations between police and Two Spirit and LGBTQIA+ …

Hamilton Police are releasing additional Use of Force data after requests from the community for more information regarding the interactions.“We’ve heard the calls for increased transparency related to the Use of Force data and we …

Hamilton Police are working to establish a Hate Crime Case Review Team in response to hate-motivated crimes in Hamilton. Modelled after the Sexual Assault Community Review Team (SACRT), the Hate Crime Case Review Team would partner with local …

Hamilton Police are committed to expanding its outreach to community, beginning with the assignment of Sergeant Rebecca Moran to the fulltime Two- Spirit and LGBTQIA+ Liaison Officer role.Sergeant Moran was appointed the first Two-Spirit and …

Hamilton Police are launching a Share the Road campaign in partnership with the City of Hamilton and CAA South Central Ontario (SCO) to raise awareness about cyclist and pedestrian safety during Bike Month.From May 31 to June 30, Hamilton Police …

As spring brings on the warmer weather, it also makes for an optimal environment for criminals to commit crimes. Police want to remind the community to be proactive and follow the 9PM Routine.Remove valuables and garage door opener from vehiclesLock …

Hamilton Police are reminding the public about the danger of ice shelves near bodies of water.The ice shelves that have formed on the Lake Ontario beach strip and adjacent areas may be picturesque but these large ice formations are extremely …

Hamilton Police Service has launched a new 20-member centralized traffic unit to respond to traffic-related issues in the city. The Traffic Safety Unit (TSU) will operate seven days a week and provide coverage across Hamilton.Working in close …

UPDATE - Hamilton Police Cop Camp has changed to:April 12, 13, 14, 15, 16Children may log in to participate at any time dailyHamilton Police are hosting “Cop Camp” virtually this April Break. Camp is open to children ages 9 – …

A recent scam in the greater Toronto area has made its way to Hamilton and investigators from the Major Fraud Unit want you to be aware.Over the course of several months, fraudsters in the GTA have been targeting Good Samaritans by using the …

Over the long weekend, Hamilton Police participated with police agencies in the province-wide traffic enforcement campaign, 'Operation Impact.' The focus was on speeding and aggressive driving. A total of 208 speeding tickets …