Police Investigate Hate Motivated Assault in Hess Village
Hamilton Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in an assault on Hess St. South, believed to be motivated by hate toward a member of the transgender community.
On Saturday, October 25, at approximately 2:30 a.m., a physical altercation took place on Hess St. South. During the incident, several individuals took part in an assault on a transgender community member. Video from the area shows portions of the assault and the individuals involved before they left the scene.
Members of Patrol, and the Hate Crime Unit, are actively investigating. Police are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have video footage from the area. Citizens are asked to review any recordings taken between 1:30 a.m. and 2:40 a.m. on October 25, 2025 and to contact police with any information that could assist the investigation.
If you have any information regarding this investigation, please contact Detective Constable Lyndsay Scott at [email protected] or at (905)546-5678.
Hamilton Police are dedicated to investigating hate/bias-motivated crimes to ensure Hamilton remains a safe and inclusive community.
To provide information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at crimestoppershamilton.com.