As a result of receiving information a male was in possession of a firearm, Hamilton Police attended a residence in the area of Kenilworth Avenue North and Newlands Avenue, Hamilton. Shortly after 9:30 p.m., two Hamilton men were arrested and are scheduled to appear in court today to answer to several criminal offences. Police are currently still investigating and remain at the residence.

On Tuesday, October 16, 2018, shortly after 7:00 p.m., Hamilton Police received information a male was in possession of a firearm at a residence in the area of Kenilworth Avenue North and Newlands Avenue, Hamilton. Police closed streets in the immediate as a precaution while ERU, K9 and patrol units attended the residence and successfully arrested two males related to the incident. They will appear at the John Sopinka Courthouse located at 55 Main Street East, Hamilton later today to answer to several criminal offences.

Hamilton Police remain on scene as the investigation continues.

CHARGED

20-year-old Hamilton man

• Point firearm
• Use firearm while committing offence
• Disobey lawful order X2

21-year-old Hamilton man

• Fail to comply Undertaking
• Fail to comply Probation

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Detective Sergeant Shane Groombridge by calling 905-546- 2907.

To provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com