On Wednesday, June 20, 2018, shortly before 6:45 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to an attempted robbery at Barry’s Jewellers at 730 Upper James Street, Hamilton involving two suspects.

Two suspects with their identities concealed attempted to gain entry to the business while one of the suspects was brandishing a weapon. Both suspects failed to gain entry and were last seen walking northbound.

Suspect 1 - Approximately 5’10, thin to medium build, wearing a dark construction style winter jacket with reflective stripes, dark baggy pants, shoes, hoodie, and a hat. Suspect 1 was also wearing a mask covering his face, gloves and was brandishing a weapon

Suspect 2 - Approximately 5’10, thin to medium build, wearing a dark winter jacket, with dark hood pulled up, and a black baseball cap. Suspect 2 was wearing black skinny legged pants, a mask covering his face, gloves, dark shoes, carrying a dark back pack.

Police are asking anyone who may information to contact BEAR Detective Patrick Cole (905)546-8935 or email: [email protected] or call Detective Sergeant Emidio Evangelista at (905)546-2991

Anyone who may wish to remain anonymous is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or to submit anonymous tips and information online: http://crimestoppershamilton.com