Convenience Store on Hamilton’s west mountain is the victim of two break and enters in a short time.

On Sunday, May 28, 2023, shortly before 4:00a.m., a break and enter occurred at a convenience store located in the area of Limeridge Road West and Kendale Court. Two unknown suspects smashed the glass and gained entry into the business. The suspects stole approximately $400 worth of merchandise.

On Wednesday, June 28^, 2023, shortly before 2:00a.m., it is believed that the same suspects returned and committed a similar entry.

Hamilton Police are appealing for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects in this investigation.

If you have any information on the identity of the suspects or any other information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into these crimes, you are asked to contact Detective Constable Sarah Ricker  905-546-8938 or Staff Sergeant Shane Groombridge 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

Hamilton Police are looking for witnesses to come forward in regards to a targeted arson.  

On Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at approximately 8:30a.m., Hamilton Police and emergency partners responded to a fire at a restaurant in the area of Beach Rd and Kenilworth Avenue North. Investigation discovered, two suspects used an incendiary device to set fire to the building. Occupants residing in the upper floor apartments were home asleep at the time.      

The suspects are described as;

Suspect One: Male, white, thin build, tall, 25-35 years old, brown hair and short beard, wearing a black ball cap with white lettering, grey hooded top, blue jeans and black and white running shoes carrying a backpack.

Suspect Two: male, white, thin build, short, 25-35 years old, light brown shaggy hair, white surgical mask, light coloured ball cap with black circle decal, green hooded shirt, black track pants with white stripe running down leg, light brown boots and carrying an oversized thermos.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, you are asked to contact Sergeant Greg Blunsdon by calling 289-556-8786 or Detective Constable Shaun Fennessy by calling 905-540-3819.

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

Hamilton Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying three suspects involved in an armed robbery at a commercial business.

On Sunday, June 11, 2023, three male suspects entered a commercial business in the area of Barton Street East and Kenilworth Avenue North. The suspects demanded cash and electronics from the business, while brandishing a firearm.  The suspects fled the area in a dark coloured vehicle.

The suspects are described as;

 Suspect 1:  a black male wearing a white and gray sweatshirts with dark pants

Suspect 2: a black male with a black sweatshirt with dark shoes

Suspect 3: a white male wearing a gray sweatshirt, black pants and dark shoes

Area residents are asked to check their cameras for any suspicious activity.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Detective Mark Wright at 905 546 3849 contact or Detective Sergeant Shane Groombridge 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

On Saturday, February 11, shortly after 9:00 p.m. staff members were preparing for the establishment to close in the area of South Service Road and Fifty Road when a male and female suspect entered the business and demanded money. The male suspect brandished a machete and the suspects fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of money.

There were no physical injuries sustained during this robbery.

On Saturday, February 18th, 2023, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the same two suspects entered a commercial business in the area of Hess Street and King Street West and demanded cigarettes along with money. During the robbery, two staff members were assaulted with a machete and conducted electrical weapon (CEW). The suspects fled the area in a dark coloured sedan.

Both victims sustained serious life altering injuries.

On Saturday, February 25, 2023, Hamilton Police BEAR Unit with the assistance of Niagara Regional Police Service Emergency Task Unit executed a search warrant and arrested two suspects involved in the robberies.  

Brandon Andres Omardeen had his bail opposed and was wanted on a Canada-wide parole warrant.

Monifa Chimmere Clarke has been released on an Undertaking.

A third suspect has been identified as, 25-year-old of No Fixed Address, Tanika Karen Galloway and is believed to be in Toronto or Peel Region. An arrest warrant has been issued for their arrest.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, you are asked to contact D/C Boris Iveljic at (905) 540-6327, D/C Mike Suffoletta at (905) 546-8936, or Detective Sergeant Shane Groombridge at (905) 546-2991 of the Hamilton Police BEAR Unit.  

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

On Tuesday, November 29, 2022, three robberies occurred between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. All of the robberies involved the same three suspects who were wearing masks. Two of the three suspects were armed with handguns during the robberies.

The initial robbery occurred in the area of Brucedale Avenue and Upper James Street. The second was in the area of Rymal Road and Upper Centennial Parkway and the final was in the area of Main Street West and Caroline Street South.

The suspects were able to obtain cash and products from within each business.

Hamilton Police have confirmed that in all three robberies the suspects fled by vehicle.

Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances of the robberies and have confirmed three suspects remain outstanding.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Division Three Staff Sergeant by calling 905-546-3886 or Detective Sergeant Shane Groombridge at 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

Four suspects entered the business with various weapons including a firearm. Several employees and customers were in the store at the time of the incident. Suspects took merchandise from the store and fled in a dark coloured newer SUV.  The vehicle was last seen entering onto the QEW from the Lincoln Alexander Parkway.  

The suspects are described as:

• Suspect #1 – Male, white, approx. 16-25 years old,
• Suspect #2 – Male, black, unknown age
• Suspect #3 - Male, of unknown race or age
• Suspect #4 – Male, black, 16-25 years old

The Hamilton Police BEAR Unit has taken carriage of the investigation and continue to investigate the incident. 

If you have, any information about this incident, please contact Detective Constable Jacek Przednowek at 905-540-6336 or Detective Sergeant Shane Groombridge 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

Hamilton Police are investigating an assault with a weapon that occurred on Monday, May 16, 2022.

On Monday, May 16, 2022, at approximately 2:45a.m. an unknown male suspect entered a business in downtown Hamilton and selected merchandise before leaving without any attempt to pay. When confronted by an employee outside of the business the suspect brandished an unknown weapon and cut the employee before fleeing on foot southbound on John Street South.  

Investigators are appealing for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect for this assault. If you have any information on the identity of the suspect or any other information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, you are asked to contact Detective Constable Boris Iveljic at 905-540-6327.

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

The Hamilton Police Service are investigating a robbery that occurred on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 in the East End of Hamilton.

On Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at approximately 1:00a.m., an unknown suspect entered a gas station in the East End of Hamilton, approached the counter and made a demand for money. The suspect brandished a knife and robbed the business of a quantity of cash.

No one was injured. The knife produced by the suspect appears to be a kitchen-style knife and is still outstanding.

 Investigators are appealing for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect for this robbery. If you have any information on the identity of the suspect or any other information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Detective Constable Mike Suffoletta at (905) 546-8936 or Staff Sergeant Andrea Torrie at 905-546-2991 of the Hamilton Police BEAR Unit. 

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