Hamilton Police continue to investigate a commercial robbery and are asking for the public's assistance in identifying this suspect.

On Wednesday, February 21, 2024, shortly before 5:00 p.m., the suspect entered Imperial Coin and Stamp located at 227 King Street East and demanded money.

The suspect is described as follows:

·         Male

·         Thin build

·         Facial hair

·         Black winter jacket

·         Black pants

·         Red and Black Nike Air Jordan 1’s mid

·         Black gloves

·         Black baseball hat

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this crime, you are asked to contact Detective Sergeant Shane Groombridge at 905-546-2991 or Detective Constable Adam Kimber at 905-540-6322.

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, July 3, 2022, between 6:30 a.m. and  8:00 a.m., the Hamilton Police responded to three robberies where the suspects were armed with a handgun.

As a result of the investigation, two adult males have been arrested and will be held for a bail hearing in the morning. The  replica firearm that was used has been recovered. 

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation, please contact Detective Michael O'Hagan by calling 905-546-8937 or Acting Detective Sergeant George Gallant during daytime hours at 905-540-5085.

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 to identify a suspect that was involved in an armed commercial robbery on the Hamilton Mountain.

On Saturday, April 9, 2022, a lone male suspect entered a gas station in the area of Upper Wellington Street and Limeridge Road East. Upon entering the store, the suspect approached the clerk brandishing a black handgun and demanded cash. As the clerk motioned to open the till, the suspect ran out of the store prior to obtaining any cash.

The suspect is believed to have fled on foot. 

The suspect is described as follows:

• Male
• Medium build and height
• Black hooded Under Armour sweatshirt
• Grey sweatpants
• Black gloves
• Black toque

If you were in the area of Upper Wellington Street and Limeridge Road East, please review your dash cameras for any suspicious activity. Area residents are asked to check their surveillance cameras from the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Detective Sergeant Andrea Torrie by calling 905-546-2991 or Detective Constable Adam Kimber at 905-540-6322.

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

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

On April 4, 2018, shortly before 3:30 a.m., police received information from a communications security team that two males had just broke in to the Hydro One compound at 1 Elgin Street, Hamilton. The suspects were last seen at the Beasley Park area.

Police arrived and witnessed two males exit the dumpster area of the parking lot and continue running eastbound towards Kelly Street, Hamilton. Police were able to catch up with one of the males on foot and the second male was quickly located by our K-9 unit, hiding behind a vehicle. The males were arrested and brought into custody with their bail opposed.

The stolen copper wire was located and returned back to Hydro One.

Charged:

Joel James Chu, 40 years of Hamilton

Charges: 

• Break and Enter

Charged: 

Rick James Forbes, 25 years of Hamilton

Charges:

• Break and Enter

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

Media Inquiries:

mediarelations@hamiltonpolice.on.ca

(905)546-49001

Authority:

Constable Lorraine Edwards #80 - Media Relations Officer

On March 6th, 2018, just shortly after 9:30 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to an armed robbery at the Shoppers Drug Mart located at 801 Mohawk Road West.

The investigation revealed that three masked males entered the Shoppers Drug Mart at approximately 9:30 p.m. and demanded drugs. Two of the males were armed with handguns. The males were successful in obtaining a quantity of narcotics before exiting the store. They were last seen by witnesses fleeing the area in a motor vehicle.

The Hamilton police would like to remind the public about the dangers involved with consuming drugs or narcotics without a prescription.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Detective Constable Krasulja by calling 905-546-8935 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

Media Inquiries:

mediarelations@hamiltonpolice.on.ca

(905)546-4901

Authority:

Constable Lorraine Edwards #80 - Media Relations

On Saturday, January 13, 2018, police responded to the Pioneer gas station located at 545 Woodward Avenue for a robbery.

Shortly after 4:00 a.m., a male entered the store and brandished a large knife demanding money from the till. The male emptied the till and he left the store.

Description:

• Male, white, 5’10, medium build, grey mask, black jacket with hood, beige pants and black boots.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Constable Adam Krasulja at: (905) 546-8935 or Detective Sergeant Emidio Evangelista at (905)546-2991.

Anyone who may wish to remain anonymous, is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or to submit anonymous tips and information online at: http://crimestoppershamilton.com

Media Inquiries:

Detective Constable Krasulja

(905)546-8935

Authority

Constable Lorraine Edwards #80 - Media Relations

The Hamilton Police BEAR Unit is currently investigating a rash of early morning break and enters into Hamilton area businesses. The suspects are gaining entry into the stores by driving vehicles through the entrances to the buildings and then targeting the ATM machines. These suspects are causing significant damage to the buildings during the entries.

The most recent occurrence was on February 13, 2018, to the Spring Grill Restaurant located at 1441 Upper James Street in Hamilton. At approximately 4:45 a.m., three suspects used a stolen SUV to smash through the front window of the restaurant and knocked over the ATM. The suspects then removed the ATM machine before fleeing the scene.

The Hamilton Police Service urges businesses with ATMs to guard themselves against smash-and-grab thefts by moving the machines away from windows or doors. Ensure the machines are in view of CCTV and that they are affixed by a chain or bolted to the floor. Businesses should ensure the machines are emptied on a regular basis to limit the amount of cash inside.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Detective Sergeant Emidio Evangelista at by calling 905-546-2991 or Detective Phil Hedgcock @ (905) 981-6973.

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

Media Inquiries:

Detective Phil Hedgcock

B.E.A.R. Unit Investigator

(905)981-6973

Authority

Constable Lorraine Edwards #80 - Media Relations