<![CDATA[Hamilton Police Service Newsroom]]> https://hamiltonpolice.on.ca/news/ en-ca Tue, 08 Sep 2026 03:12:11 +0200 Thu, 13 May 2021 15:08:45 +0200 <![CDATA[Hamilton Police Service Newsroom]]> https://content.presspage.com/clients/150_2189.jpg https://hamiltonpolice.on.ca/news/ 144 Hamilton Police Seize Weapons, Cash and Drugs https://hamiltonpolice.on.ca/news/hamilton-police-seize-weapons-cash-and-drugs/ https://hamiltonpolice.on.ca/news/hamilton-police-seize-weapons-cash-and-drugs/455279

An investigation into illegal activities by the Hamilton Police Vice and Drugs Unit resulted in the seizure of cash, weapons and drugs off Hamilton’s streets.

On Friday, April 30, 2021, Hamilton Police were granted search warrants for two residences in Hamilton and a vehicle used in the offences.

Officers seized a Sig Sauer .380 handgun, ammunition, a large conductive energy weapon, illicit drugs with a street value of approximately $293,575 and over $10,000 in cash.

An adult male and female arrested and charged.

CHARGED

CHARGES

Matthew Kulwartian

  • 27 Years-of age
  • Hamilton

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brittany Schilte

  • 27 Years-of-age
  • Hamilton
  • CDSA 5(2)- Oxycodone (Joint)
  • Proceeds of Crime Over $5,000 (Joint)
  • CDSA 4(1)- Cocaine (Joint)
  • CC91(2)- Possession of Prohibited Weapon (Conducted Energy Weapon) (Joint)
  • CDSA 5(2)- Cocaine
  • CDSA 5(2)- Fentanyl
  • CDSA 5(2)- Methamphetamine
  • CC91(1)- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • CC86(1)- Careless Storage of Firearm
  • CC95(1)- Possession of Prohibited Firearm with readily accessible ammunition
  • CC92(2)- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • CC91(2)- Possession of Prohibited Weapon (Firearm)
  • CC117.01(1)- Possession Contrary to Order x2

 

  • CDSA 5(2)- Oxycodone (Joint)
  • Proceeds of Crime Over $5,000 (Joint)
  • CDSA 4(1)- Cocaine (Joint)
  • CC91(2)- Possession of Prohibited Weapon (Conducted Energy Weapon) (Joint)

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, you are asked to contact Detective Nicolas Pacheco by calling 905-546-6332.

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

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Police investigate the operation of an after-hours bar resulting in the seizure of a gun, illicit drugs and cash. Three Hamilton men are facing numerous criminal charges.

In November 2020, Hamilton Police were notified of a possible after-hours liquor establishment, operating in the area of Barton Street East and Victoria Avenue North. The information received included concerns regarding the establishment as a source of nefarious activity within the community.

Detectives reviewed the practices of the establishment. Through continued investigation, evidence gathered supported the existence of criminal activity that included the trafficking of illicit drugs. An application to search the premise was submitted to the court system. On Wednesday, January 13, 2021, judicial authorization was granted and officers entered the premise to conduct the search.

Police seized illicit drugs, an undisclosed amount of Canadian currency and a handgun.

Three Hamilton men appeared in court on Thursday, January 14, 2021, to face several criminal charges related to drug trafficking and firearm offences.

SEIZED

  • Loaded 9mm Arcus handgun
  • Crack cocaine
  • Fentanyl
  • Canadian Currency

The drugs are estimated at a street value of $12,000

 

ARRESTED

CHARGES

Tim MILLER, 36-years-of-age, Hamilton

 

  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl
  • Possession of proceeds of crime under $5000
  • Careless use, carry, transport, storage of a Firearm
  • Possession of a loaded firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm;
  • Fail to comply release order x3

Myia BROWN, 31-years-of-age, Hamilton

 

  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine;
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl;
  • Possession of proceeds of crime under $5000;
  • Careless use, carry, transport, storage of a Firearm;
  • Possession of a loaded firearm;
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm

Oneil WILLIAMS, 48-years-of-age, Hamilton

 

  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine;
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl;
  • Possession of proceeds of crime under $5000;
  • Careless use, carry, transport, storage of a Firearm;
  • Possession of a loaded firearm;
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, please contact the Detective Sergeant Jason Cattle at 905-546-3887.

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

 

 

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While on proactive patrol a Hamilton Police officer noted a driver operating his vehicle without his seat belt activated. A traffic stop resulted in police locating a firearm, ammunition, drugs and cash. The male was taken into police custody and appeared in court today.

On Thursday, October 17, 2019, Hamilton Police observed a red Honda Civic operating on Main Street East near Tisdale Street South. At the time the driver was not wearing his seatbelt. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was unable to produce the appropriate documentation. Through investigation, police learned the information provided by the driver was incorrect. He was placed under arrested and taken into police custody.

A search of the driver revealed he was in possession of illicit drugs, Canadian currency and personal identification. In accordance with the law, the immediate area around the driver’s seat was searched and a .357 Magnum handgun, ammunition as well as additional drugs were located.

An investigation into the driver’s identity confirmed his arrest was in violation of two court orders and the existence of an outstanding warrant of arrest in Quebec.

The driver was taken into custody and appeared in court today to answer to numerous criminal charges.

SEIZED

  • .357 Magnum
  • Ammunition
  • Cocaine
  • Canadian currency
  • Drug paraphernalia

CHARGED

  • Marlon Alexander, 37-years-of-age, from Quebec

CHARGES

  • Obstruct peace officer
  • Multiple firearm-related charges
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Possession for the purpose schedule I - Cocaine
  • Proceeds of Crime Under $5000
  • Fail to Comply Undertaking x2

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Detective Constable Arcaro by calling 905-546-3818.

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

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