Hamilton, Ontario ,
11
October
2018
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09:36
America/New_York

Suspect Hides in Walmart and Steals Merchandise

Hamilton Police BEAR unit need help to identify a male suspect that hid inside Walmart and waited for an opportunity during closing hours to load-up the store shopping cart with stolen merchandise.

On July 26, 2018, a male walked into the Walmart store located at 1115 Barton Street East, Hamilton. While inside the store, the suspect hid inside the store prior to closing. After the store closed, the suspect made his way to the electronics section and filled up a bin of approximately $18,000 worth of electronics. The suspect then left the store and made good his escape with the electronics.

Suspect description:

  • White male, 6ft, 175lbs,
  • 35-40 years-old, dark brown short hair
  • Wearing a black shirt, dark shorts, dark runners
  • Visible tattoo on his forearm

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation you are asked to contact Detective Anthony Santostefano by calling 905-546-3849 or Detective Sergeant Emidio Evangelista 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