Hamilton Police have arrested a 38-year-old man following a BEAR Unit investigation into six robberies in September and October 2026.

Four robberies occurred in the Barton Street and Kenilworth Avenue area on September 6, 17, 18 and 25. Two additional robberies occurred on Fennell Avenue on October 10, at approximately 8:20 p.m. and 8:50 p.m.

During three of the robberies, the suspect threatened victims by referring to a handgun or showing part of what was described as a black handgun.

On November 6, 2026, at approximately 12:30 a.m., BEAR Unit investigators arrested William Gordon Walker, 38, of no fixed address, at a residence near Centre Mall.

He has been charged with:

• Robbery x 6
• Disguise with Intent x 4
• Use Imitation Firearm x 3
• Fail to Comply with Probation x 9

Police did not recover a firearm or imitation firearm.

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

If anyone has any information that would assist with the investigation please contact Detective Constable Victoria Przerwa at 905-546-3880 or Staff Sergeant David Brewster at 905-546-2991.