Investigators with the Hamilton Police Shooting Response Team have taken over the investigation and have made two arrests. Due to the young age of one suspect, the Hamilton Police Service cannot disclose their identity under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

Police believe this shooting was a targeted event related to a dispute between the individuals involved. The following individuals have been arrested and face the following charges:

A 15-year-old male from Hamilton (identity protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act):

1. Discharge Firearm with Intent
2. Aggravated Assault with a Weapon
3. Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
4. Possession of a Firearm Contrary to Order
5. Fail to Comply – Probation Order

A 21-year-old male from Hamilton:

1. Possession of Fentanyl for the Purpose of Trafficking
2. Possession of Hydromorphone for the Purpose of Trafficking
3. Proceeds of Crime Over $5000

The investigation is ongoing. If you have any information that may assist, please contact the Shooting Response Team at 905-546-4883 or email shootingresponseteam@hamiltonpolice.ca.

For anonymous tips, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit tips online at Crime Stoppers.

The incidents reported to police have taken place at two residences and four schools on the Hamilton Mountain. At this time, it is unclear if the incidents are connected.

Investigators are urging anyone with information about the stolen flags to come forward.

Hate crime in Hamilton is not acceptable. Left unchecked, hate crime can have a far reaching impact on communities. Hate crime can be reported online at www.hamiltonpolice.on.ca . Reporting hate/bias incidents can also be easily reported by phone at 905-546-4925 or in person at any Hamilton Police Station.

Please contact Detective Sergeant Ben Licop of the Division Three Criminal Investigation Branch by calling 905-546-3851.

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

On Sunday, October 23, 2022, shortly after 1:00 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to a shooting in the area of George Street and Caroline Street, in which several shots were fired inside a residence.

The victim, an 18-year-old male sustained non-life-threatening injuries resulting from a gunshot.

On Monday, October 24, 2002, Hamilton Police arrested and charged a 22-year-old male of Hamilton.  

Hamilton Police have since arrested, a 17-year-old female youth and 19-year-old female, both of Hamilton.

An arrest warrant has been issued for Noah Alexander Mervyn Sheridan, a 19-year-old male of Hamilton.

Hamilton Police continue to investigation the shooting incident.

Hamilton Police are appealing to area residents to check their security cameras between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 23, for any suspicious activity and to contact police. Alternatively, if you were driving in the area and have dash camera footage that would be suitable for review please also contact investigators.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact detectives at 905-546-3816 or Central Staff Sergeants at 905-546-4725.

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

Investigators have reviewed video and images from the event and have since made five additional arrests.
 

Detectives are no longer seeking any further suspects and would like to thank everyone who came forward with information.

Any witnesses who have yet to speak to police, are asked to call Acting Detective Sergeant John Obrovac at 905-546-3833.

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

Between April 7 and April 21, 2020, nine commercial businesses were targeted for their money and electronics during the evening hours. Upper James and Ancaster was the focused location for these entries.

On Wednesday, April 23, 2020, police identified a 40-year-old male and 39-year-old female to be involved in several business entries. Police executed a search warrant and arrested the couple in their residence and seized property belonging to the businesses.

Police anticipate further charges as the investigation continues.

CHARGED: Joey Hudson (40-years-old) Hamilton resident

• Break and Enter X 9
• Disguise With Intent X 9
• Fail to Comply with X 7

CHARGED: Patricia Edwards (39-years-old) Hamilton resident

• Break and Enter

Hudson and Edwards were taken into police custody and held for a bail hearing.

If you have information that can assist Police with this investigation, you are asked to contact Detective Constable Derek Donn 905-546-8934 or Staff Sergeant Andrea Torrie 905-546-2991 of the B.E.A.R. unit.

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

Friday, June 8, 2018

On Friday, June 8, 2018, shortly before 1:30 p.m., police observed a 2001 black BMW travelling westbound on King Street East at Emerald Street. As a result of the driving maneuver executed by the vehicle an investigation was initiated. Police learned the licence plate attached to the vehicle was not actually registered as per the Ministry of Transportation. A traffic stop was conducted at which time the occupants began to act suspiciously attempting to conceal an unknown item. Police continued the investigation with the arrest authority for the licence plate. A search of the vehicle conducted shortly afterwards revealed the possession of illicit drugs by both occupants.

Police seized 23 grams of Methamphetamine, 10 Oxycodone Pills, 1 gram of marijuana, an undisclosed amount of Canadian currency and a stolen licence plate.

Charged

Marisa Alves (23 YOA)

Possession for the purpose of trafficking (X2) – Oxycodone, Methamphetamine

Possession of controlled substance – Marijuana

Fail to comply recognizance

Charged

Douglas Burley (39 YOA)

Possession for the purpose of trafficking (X2) – Oxycodone, Methamphetamine

Possession of controlled substance – Marijuana

Fail to comply recognizance

Possession of stolen property under $5000.00

Possession of proceeds of crime under $5000.00

Highway Traffic Act Violations

Saturday, June 9, 2018

On Saturday, June 9, 2018 shortly before 9:24 a.m., police were in the area of Parkdale Avenue North at Roxborough Avenue, Hamilton. At that time a red Chevrolet Camaro was observed travelling eastbound on Roxborough Avenue with four occupants. It appeared only the driver was wearing a seatbelt. An investigation was initiated and police learned the licence plate was currently registered as "Missing.”

A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was arrested for the licence plate violation. All the occupants were investigated and as such additional arrests were made.

Charged

Vehicle Driver 29-year-old Hamilton woman

Use Plate Not Authorized for Vehicle, Drive Motor Vehicle - No Licence, Drive Motor Vehicle - No Validation on Plate, Fail to Surrender Permit for Motor Vehicle and Fail to Have Insurance Card

Charged

Sara Powless

33-year-old Hamilton woman

Possession of controlled substance - Heroin

Execution of outstanding warrant

Charged

Alexis Sword

31-year-old Hamilton woman

Execution of outstanding warrant

Police have seized .5 grams of Heroin and drug paraphernalia.

On Saturday, June 9, 2018, shortly before 1:00 p.m., Hamilton Police observed a silver Dodge Ram travelling northbound on Upper Ottawa Street near Mountain Boulevard.

The vehicle made an aggressive maneuver away from the police cruiser, believed to be motivated by police presence. An investigation was conducted and police learned a warrant of arrest was in effect for the registered owner.

A traffic stops was conducted and the driver was confirmed to be the registered owner of the vehicle. A 26-year-old man from Hamilton was arrested and later released on a Promise To Appear. He is scheduled to appear in occur on Thursday, July 5, 2018 to answer to the charge.

Sunday, June 10, 2018

On Sunday, June 10, 2018, shortly after 10:35 a.m., police were in the area of Wentworth Street South at Main Street East when a red GMC Yukon was observed parked facing southbound on the roadway, in a northbound lane on Wentworth Street. As police approached, the vehicle drove away to a neighbouring laneway at the rear of a residence. Further investigation was conducted by police and it was discovered the licence plate affixed to the vehicle was not registered to the vehicle.

Police followed the vehicle and when stopped arrested the driver for the licence plate violation. A search of the driver and vehicle revealed the possession of illicit drugs. A second occupant was present, who along with the driver were advised of the arrest for the drugs.

Police have seized 11 grams of Methamphetamine along with drug paraphernalia.

The occupants were later released on Promise to Appears documents. They are scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday July 18, 2018.

Charged

Female from Hamilton (37 YOA)

Possession of Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine

Charged

Male from Hamilton (49 YOA)

Possession of Controlled Substance (X2) – Methamphetamine

On Sunday, June 10, 2018, shortly before 11:00 a.m., police observed a black Ford Focus in the parked on Rosslyn Avenue near Dalkeith Avenue. Two male occupants were seen leaning towards the console of the vehicle acting suspiciously. Police approached the vehicle on foot and observed the males preparing to consume illicit drugs. Further investigation revealed the occupants were in possession of small amount of drugs believed to be a Heroin and Fentanyl mix.

Both males from Hamilton, 30 and 32-years-old were arrested and released on Appearance Notices scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday, July 18 and 20 to answer to the charge of possession of a controlled substance - Fentanyl

Monday, June 11, 2018

On Monday, June 11, 2018, shortly after 3:31 p.m., police observed an earlier reported stolen Ford Pickup truck in the area of Sherman Avenue North and King Street East. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was immediately placed under arrest. A search of the driver revealed he was in possession of Methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia and an undisclosed amount of Canadian currency. He was advised of additional drug related charges and was held over for a bail hearing.

Charged

31-year-old Hamilton man

Possession for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

Possession of stolen property over $5000.00 - Automobile