Hamilton Police have arrested two men following a series of convenience store robberies that occurred overnight in the city.

On September 14, 2026, at approximately 10:36 p.m., a male entered a convenience store in downtown Hamilton and indicated that he was in possession of a firearm. The male proceeded to rob the business and fled with an undisclosed amount of cash.

On September 15, 2026, at approximately 12:50 a.m., two individuals entered a convenience store in the Crown Point neighbourhood. After remaining inside the business for a period of time, the individuals robbed the store of cash before fleeing the area.

Based on the circumstances of the incidents, investigators believed the second robbery may be connected to the earlier robbery. Members of the Hamilton Police Service BEAR Unit subsequently mobilized in the area and conducted proactive patrols at convenience stores throughout the neighbourhood. Officers spoke with clerks and business owners to make them aware of the recent robberies and provided a visible police presence.

While conducting these patrols, officers interrupted two individuals who were actively in the process of robbing a third convenience store in the Crown Point neighbourhood.

The individuals fled the area on foot but were apprehended by officers following a short foot pursuit. Both were arrested without further incident.

A 21-year-old male has been charged with:

• Robbery x 2

A 20-year-old male has been charged with:

• Robbery x 3
• Fail to Comply with Probation Order x 6

The investigation remains ongoing. At this time, investigators do not believe there are any additional outstanding suspects.

Anyone with information related to these incidents is encouraged to contact Detective Constable Dominic DiCienzo at 905-546-8934 or Detective Constable Carolynn Crnac at 905-540-6329. To provide information anonymously, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) of submit your anonymous tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com