Arrested: Wanted Person Joshua Benoit
The outstanding male involved in a West Mountain home invasion has been arrested in Burlington.
On January 21, 2020, shortly after 9:00 a.m., three individuals were involved in a home invasion on Garth and West 5th in Hamilton. The homeowner received minor injuries when he was struck over the head with a weapon and pepper-sprayed.
Two out of the three parties were arrested and Hamilton Police issued an arrest warrant for the outstanding male.
On February 19, 2020, shortly after 10:00 a.m., with the help of Halton Regional Police, Joshua Benoit was located inside a Burlington Hotel room. He was arrested without incident and brought back to Hamilton Police custody where he awaits bail court.
Joshua Benoit (28-years-old) Burlington resident
Charges:
- Robbery
- Assault with a Weapon
- Breach of Probation
- Possession of Firearm Contrary to Order
If you have information that could assist with this investigation please call Detective Constable Mendes at (905)546-8967 or Detective Sergeant Del Conte at (905)546-3851.
To provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at www.crimestoppershamilton.com