One male has been arrested and charged with drug and firearm charges after a stolen vehicle investigation.

On July 15, 2026, members of the Hamilton Police Service BEAR Unit responded to the area of John Willson Park in Stoney Creek after receiving a report of a stolen pickup truck.

With assistance from members of the public, officers obtained a description of the suspect. A short time later, the suspect was located in the area entering a second vehicle and driving away.

Officers maintained surveillance on the vehicle until it stopped at a gas station near Arvin Road to refuel. Members of the BEAR Unit moved in and safely arrested the suspect without incident.

A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of a loaded handgun and approximately 40 grams of suspected fentanyl. Officers also located additional items consistent with drug trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, 37-year-old Stephen Maisonville of Hamiton has been charged with multiple offences, including:

• Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
• Theft of a motor vehicle
• Possession of fentanyl for the purpose of trafficking
• Failure to comply with a sentencing order

The investigation remains ongoing. If you have information that you believe will assist investigators, please contact the on-duty Division 20 Staff Sergeant at 905-546 2963. To remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit crimestoppershamilton.com