Hamilton Police continue to investigate a commercial robbery that occurred early this morning on Hamilton’s east mountain. If you have any information about the robbery, you are asked to contact police.

On Friday, December 31, 2021, shortly before 3:45 a.m., Hamilton Police responded to a robbery at the Tim Hortons located at 675 Mohawk Road East, Hamilton.

At the time an unknown male was in possession of what appeared to be a shotgun, demanded cash and proceeded to threaten the employees. The suspect was able to obtain an undisclosed amount of Canadian currency and then fled on foot. The victims did not receive any physical injuries during the incident.

At this time, investigators continue to search for the suspect. There will be a heavy police presence in the area as forensic investigators process the scene and police canvass the neighbourhood for witnesses and video. The Tim Hortons remains closed.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, you are asked to contact police at 905-546-4925 or Detective Sergeant Torrie at 905-546-2991.

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