Hamilton Police Service Newsroom

Armed Robbery at Shoppers Drug Mart

Wed, 07 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0500

Shoppers Drug Mart was the target of an armed robbery last night. Police are investigating.

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

Drug Dealers Arrested in a Vehicle and on a Bicycle

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 00:30:00 -0500

Drug Dealer Arrested on his Bicycle

Hamilton Police Officer arrests male after he disobeys red light while smoking a marijuana cigarette. The car search after arrest revealed he was in possession of illicit drugs and a large amount of Canadian currency. The male was held for a Bail Hearing.

On Monday, March 5, 2018, shortly before 5:00 p.m., police observed a cyclist riding on the sidewalk as he disobeyed a red traffic light at the intersection of Barton Street East and Gage Avenue North. The cyclist was stopped by police, at the time he was smoking a marijuana cigarette. He was arrested and then found to be in possession of illicit drugs.

Police have seized 16.5 grams of crack cocaine along with an undisclosed amount of Canadian currency.

Arrested:

Jeffery McDermott, 46 years from Hamilton

Charges:

Possession of controlled substance – Marijuana
Possession for the purpose of Trafficking - Cocaine
Fail to Comply Recognizance
Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under $5000.00

Police Investigate Parked Car and Arrest Occupant for Several Drug Related Offences

Hamilton Police investigate a parked car occupied by a female. In plain view, police viewed evidence to support the possession of methamphetamine. She was arrested and later police located several other illicit drugs within the vehicle. The female was held for a bail hearing.

On Monday, March 5, 2018, shortly before 4:30 p.m., police received information regarding a parked car in the area of 1022 Barton Street East. Upon arrival they located a 2007 Pontiac Torrent and observed a lone female occupant, sitting with her legs up on the dashboard. During a conversation with the occupant, police observed evidence in plain view to support the possession of illicit drugs. The occupant was arrested and several types of illicit drugs were located in the vehicle.

Charged:

Marie Marcoux, 48 years from Grimsby

Charges:

4X Possession for the purpose of Trafficking - Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Hydromorphone and Oxycodone
Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under $5000.00

Media Inquiries:

Media Relations Office

905-546-4901

Authority:

P.C. Jerome Stewart #86 Media Relations Officer

Traffic Stop Leads to Seizure of Firearms Drugs and Money

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0500

Hamilton Police stop a motor vehicle with an obstructed licence plate. Investigation revealed firearms, drugs and a large quantity of Canadian currency were located inside the vehicle. The driver was arrested and held for Bail Court.

On Monday, March 5, 2018, shortly after 1:30 p.m., Hamilton police observed a black 2009 Dodge Caravan travelling eastbound on Barton Street East at East Avenue North. The vehicle was stopped as a result of the rear licence plate being obstructed.

When police approached, they detected a strong odour of Marijuana from the cabin of the vehicle. The driver began acting nervous as he attempted to hide something underneath the seat. He was arrested and the vehicle searched.

Investigation revealed the driver was possession of a loaded shotgun, a rifle, a 9mm pistol, a large quantity of cash and marijuana.

Charged:

50-year-old Hamilton man has been held for a Bail Hearing scheduled Tuesday, March 6, 2018.

Criminal Charges:

10X Firearm Related Offences
2X Possession of Prohibited Weapon
Possession of Controlled Substance for Trafficking - Marijuana
Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under $5000.00

Media Inquiries:

Media Relations Office

905-546-4901

Authority:

P.C. Jerome Stewart #86 Media Relations Officer