On Wednesday, September 25, 2024, just after 11:00 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a car on Upper Paradise Road near Lunner Avenue.

The investigation has revealed that a 37-year-old male from Hamilton was operating a Honda motorcycle northbound on Upper Paradise Road when he attempted to pass another northbound vehicle driven by a 40-year-old female from Hamilton. The motorcyclist struck the vehicle and was thrown from his motorcycle. He was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

The Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) attended the scene to investigate. Upper Paradise Road was closed for several hours but has since reopened.

Hamilton Police continue to investigate this collision and are asking any witnesses or individuals with dashcam or security camera footage from the area at the time of the collision to come forward.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753 or via email at reconunit@hamiltonpolice.ca. 

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

On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at approximately 8:15 p.m., a northbound bus, while turning left into the bus terminal from Upper James Street, was struck by a southbound motorcycle. The incident took place at the intersection entrance to the Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) bus terminal located at 2200 Upper James Street.

The eighteen-year-old male driver of the motorcycle was pronounced deceased at the scene. The sixty-one-year-old bus driver was uninjured, and there were no passengers on the bus at the time of the collision.

Hamilton Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this tragic incident. We urge any potential witnesses or individuals with information to come forward. Motorists who were in the area at the time are asked to review any dash camera footage, and residents or businesses with surveillance cameras nearby are encouraged to check their recordings for relevant evidence.

Contact Information: Detective Constable Steve Cruickshanks
Hamilton Police Collision Reconstruction Unit
Phone: 905-546-4753
Email: scruickshanks@hamiltonpolice.ca

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

The driver of the Dodge, a 34-year-old female from Hamilton was transported to hospital but succumbed to her injuries shortly after arrival. 

The HPS Collision Reconstruction Unit was called in and has taken carriage of the investigation. The affected stretch of Concession 5 East was closed for several hours for the investigation but has since re-opened.

If you have any information, or dashcam video that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact Detective Constable Wes Wilson of the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753 or wwilson@hamiltonpolice.ca

This is the City’s fifth traffic fatality of 2024.

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

On Friday, March 22, 2024, shortly before 10:45 a.m., Hamilton Police Service responded to a motor vehicle collision involving two vehicles on Highway 52, south of Powerline Road in Copetown.

The investigation has determined that a white Chevrolet Impala was travelling southbound on Highway 52 when it lost control, veering into oncoming traffic of the northbound lanes, colliding with a black Ford Focus that was traveling north.  The white Chevrolet Impala eventually came to a halt off the road on the east side of Highway 52.

The collision claimed the lives of both occupants of the white Chevrolet Impala, a man and woman in their 80s.

The sole occupant of the black Ford Focus, a woman in her 50’s, was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries and has since been released from hospital and is continuing her recovery at home.

Investigators are actively seeking any other witnesses and are requesting any motorists in the area at the time of the collision to check their dash cameras and/or surveillance footage. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Constable Wes Wilson at 905-546-4753 or wwilson@hamiltonpolice.ca.

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, March 22, 2024, shortly before 10:45 a.m. Hamilton Police responded to a collision on Highway 52, south of Powerline Road. The collision involved two motor vehicles; a black Ford Focus and white Chevrolet Impala.

Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the collision are ongoing.

Both occupants of the white Chevrolet Impala, a male and female in their 80’s have been pronounced deceased.

The sole occupant of the black Ford Focus, a woman in her 50s, has been taken to the hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening.

Police will close a significant portion of Highway #52 near Powerline Road, during their investigation.

At this time, the police are actively seeking any potential witnesses to this incident and urge anyone with information to come forward.  Investigators are also requesting any motorists in the area at the time of the collision to check their dash cameras and any residences or businesses in the area with surveillance cameras to review their camera footage.

Hamilton Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate the collision and anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Constable Wes Wilson at 905-546-4753 or wwilson@hamiltonpolice.ca.

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

On Wednesday, March 20, 2024, shortly before 8:00 a.m., a male in his 50s was driving his vehicle in the area  of North Service Road and Fifty Road in Stoney Creek, when the vehicle struck a pole.

The male was the sole occupant.

Hamilton Police were called and assisted with life-saving measures. The male was transported to hospital and has since been pronounced deceased.

The Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate the collision. If you have any information that you believe could assist investigators, you are asked to contact Detective Constable Gerald Blanchard at 905-546-4753 or via email at gblanchard@hamiltonpolice.ca.

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

On Monday, February 5, 2024, shortly before 1:30 a.m., Hamilton Police responded to the area of Main Street East and James Street South for a motor vehicle collision.

Upon arriving on scene, police observed a heavily damaged grey four-door Toyota Camry and a bronze four-door BMW pressed against a building on the sidewalk at the southeast corner of the intersection. The occupants of the BMW, who sustained minor injuries, were transported to the hospital and subsequently released. Unfortunately, despite lifesaving efforts, the driver of the Toyota Camry, a 64-year-old man from Hamilton, was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

Hamilton Police have charged Abdul Wahab Jouria, a 23-year-old man of Kitchener with Dangerous Operation Causing Death.

Hamilton Police extend their condolences to the family and friends affected by this tragic incident.

The investigation into the collision is ongoing, with police confirming that speed and street racing played are believed to play a role in the incident.

At this time, the police are actively seeking any potential witnesses to this incident and urge anyone with information to come forward.  Investigators are also requesting any motorists in the area at the time of the collision to check their dash cameras and any residences or businesses in the area with surveillance cameras to review their camera footage.

Hamilton Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate the collision and anyone with information is asked to contact Staff Sergeant Hannah Carter at 905-546-3948 or hcarter@hamiltonpolice.ca.

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

Upon arrival, police discovered a grey four-door motor vehicle with one male occupant in his 60s. Despite immediate lifesaving measures, the individual was transported to the hospital and later pronounced deceased. In addition, investigators identified a second vehicle, brown in colour, and two males in their 20s who were transported to the hospital, both remain in non-life threatening condition.

The circumstances surrounding this tragic collision are currently under investigation, with dedicated officers remaining at the scene to gather critical information.

Witness Appeal: 
Hamilton Police are appealing to the community for assistance. If you were in the area around Main Street East and James Street South in the early hours of Monday, February 5, 2024, and witnessed the collision or have any information that could aid the investigation, we urge you to come forward.

Dash Camera Footage: 
Residents, businesses, and anyone who was traveling in the vicinity are requested to review their dash camera footage from that time period. If you find any relevant footage or information, please contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753 or via email at reconunit@hamiltonpolice.ca.

Traffic Advisory:
Due to the ongoing investigation, the area around Main Street East and James Street South may experience traffic disruptions. If you are planning to travel to the downtown area, please consider alternative routes and allow extra time for your commute. Current closures are as follows.
Main Street West is closed at Bay Street South
James Street North southbound is closed at King Street West
James St South Northbound is closed at Jackson Street West
MacNab Street South Northbound is closed at MacNab Street South
MacNab bus terminal is closed
King St E (side street) at Hughson St S is closed

Hamilton Police extend their condolences to the family and friends affected by this tragic incident. Your cooperation and assistance in this matter are deeply appreciated.

On Tuesday, November 28, 2023, just after 2:00 a.m. Hamilton Police responded for a report of an individual struck in the northbound lanes of the Red Hill Valley Parkway, just south of the QEW by a tractor trailer.   

The male was pronounced at the scene. The driver of the tractor trailer remained and is co-operating with investigators.

Both directions of the Red Hill Valley Parkway were closed for the investigation after police located an abandoned Honda civic near the scene in the southbound lanes.   

The affected stretches of the Red Hill Valley Parkway reopened shortly after 11:30 a.m.  

Hamilton Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate the collision and anyone with information is asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753 or reconunit@hamiltonpolice.ca

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

The Hamilton Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this investigation. The affected segments of Highland Road East and Tapleytown Road were temporarily closed for thorough investigation measures but have since reopened.

A 36-year-old Hamilton man has been charged with:

• Two Counts of Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle Causing Death
• Two Counts of Fail To Remain Causing Death under the Criminal Code

Anyone who may have pertinent information related to this tragic collision is urged to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753 or via email at reconunit@hamiltonpolice.ca.
For those wishing to provide information anonymously, Crime Stoppers can be reached at 1-800-222-8477, or anonymous tips can be submitted online at www.crimestoppershamilton.com.

A male cyclist was eastbound on York Blvd approaching James St North when he was struck by the driver of a commercial motor vehicle that was turning right onto James St from York. The cyclist was pronounced at the scene. The driver of the commercial motor vehicle remained at the scene and is co-operating with investigators. 

The HPS Collision Reconstruction Unit was called in and has taken carriage of the investigation. The affected stretch of York and James was closed for several hours for the investigation.

The cyclist had no identification on him and Investigators are working with the Coroner’s office to identify the male.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753 or Reconunit@hamiltonpolice.ca

This is the City’s 11^th fatality of 2023 and the first involving a cyclist.

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

On Saturday, August 26, 2023, shortly before 9:00 a.m., a black two door BMW was traveling westbound on the Lincoln Alexander Parkway near the Upper James Street overpass in Hamilton when it lost control, crossed the center median and struck an eastbound Ford four door SUV sending a woman to hospital.

If you were traveling on the Lincoln Alexander Parkway on Saturday, August 26, 2023 between 8:35 a.m. and 8:45 a.m. in any capacity we ask that you check your dash camera footage for any relevant information including:

Vehicle Descriptions:

-          Look for any vehicles matching the description of those involved in the incident.

License Plates:

-          Check for any visible license plate numbers, especially if you were behind or alongside the vehicles in question.

Suspicious Activity:

-          Note any suspicious behavior, such as unusual driving behaviour.

Road Conditions:

-          Record road and weather conditions, as this information can be crucial in reconstructing the incident.

How to Submit Your Dash Camera Footage:

To assist us in our investigation, please follow these steps:

-      Examine your dash camera footage to identify any relevant information.

-      Isolate the relevant portion of your footage that pertains to the incident. Include any clear images of vehicles, license plates, and the surrounding area.

-      Save the clipped footage as a separate file on your computer or device.

Contact Us

-      To submit the footage to the Hamilton Police Collison Reconstruction Unit please call 905-546-4753.

Investigators continue to look at identifying a dark coloured Infiniti that was westbound on the Lincoln Alexander Parkway at the time of the collision. The operator of this Infiniti could have vital information in relation to this fatal collision and is asked to come forward to police.

Witnesses to this collision who have not yet spoken to police are asked to call the investigators at 905.546.4753.

It is with sadness that the Hamilton Police announces that the male pedestrian involved in this collision has succumbed to his injuries

The collision remains under investigation.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

On Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at approximately 8:15p.m., a Mercedes sedan was travelling northbound on Southcote Road near Book Road, when it left the roadway and struck a tree.

The vehicle was occupied by a lone, 46-year-old male driver.  The driver, a Hamilton man, was pronounced at the scene succumbing to his injuries. 

The Hamilton Police Service Collision Reconstruction Unit was called in to examine the scene. The affected stretch of Southcote Road was closed for several hours for the investigation.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with their investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

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

On Monday, June 19, 2023, at approximately 1:30 a.m., a motor vehicle collision occurred on the Lincoln Alexander Parkway, east of Upper James Street, in the City of Hamilton. A 2023 Mercedes YCG, driven by a 16-yr-old G2 driver, collided into a 2022 Lexus IS, driven by a 24-yr-old Hamilton man, who was eastbound on the Lincoln Alexander Parkway.

On Wednesday, June 21, 2023, the Hamilton Police were notified the 24-year-old male driver had succumbed to his injuries sustained from the collision.

Hamilton Police have charged a 16-year-old male of Hamilton with;

• Dangerous Operation Causing Death
• Criminal Negligence Causing Death

The 16-year-old male has been released and will be appearing in court at a later date.

A driving prohibition has been imposed.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 905-546-4755.

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

It is with heavy hearts we announce the 24-year-old man has died of the injuries sustained during this collision. Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this time.

The collision remains under investigation and detectives from the Collision Reconstruction Unit continue to appeal to anyone who may have witnessed the collision or were driving in the area and has dash camera footage to please contact police.

The Collision Reconstruction Unit detectives can be reached at 905-546-4753. 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, May 12, 2023, shortly before 7:00p.m., Hamilton Police responded to the intersection of Upper Wentworth and Stone Church Road East, after a Honda motorcycle travelling northbound collided with a Chevrolet van travelling southbound on Upper Wentworth.

The operator of the motorcycle, a 33-year-old Hamilton man, was transported to hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. The driver of the Chevrolet, a 49-year-old Hamilton woman, was also hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries.

Hamilton Police have charged the 49-year-old Hamilton woman with Careless Driving Causing Death under the Highway Traffic Act.  

Thank you to the many members of the Hamilton community who came forward and provided video evidence, tips and information which assisted in this investigation.

On Monday, May 15, 2023, at approximately 4:40p.m., an eastbound Kawasaki motorcycle collided with a westbound Dodge Caravan in front of 374 Concession 5 East in the Flamborough area of the City of Hamilton.  

The rider of the motorcycle, was pronounced dead at the scene.  The rider was identified as a 32-year-old Burlington man.  The driver of the Dodge, a 37 year old non-Canadian resident remained at the scene and is co-operating with investigators. 

The HPS Collision Reconstruction Unit was called in and has taken carriage of the investigation. The affected stretch of Concession 5 East was closed for several hours for the investigation.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact Detective Constable Wes Wilson of the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

This is the sixth traffic fatality of 2023 and third involving a motorcycle.

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

On Thursday, April 13, 2023, shortly after 9:30 p.m., a Yamaha motorcycle was traveling northbound on Upper James Street approaching Twenty Road when the motorcycle, carrying a driver and a passenger and a southbound Toyota SUV were involved in a collision.

The 49-year-old female from Hamilton is charged with Careless Driving Causing Bodily Harm or Death under the Highway Traffic Act.

The accused will appear in court in June.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the identification of the third vehicle or with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

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

Hamilton Police were called to the intersection of Barton Street West and MacNab Street North shortly after 9:00 p.m. on the evening of Tuesday, April 25, 2023. As a result of this collision two individuals were transported to hospital in critical condition. A 73-year-old man was later pronounced deceased in hospital.

 CHARGED:

• Nedal Abusalem
• 45-years-of-age
• Hamilton

CHARGE:

• Dangerous Operation Causing Death

Thank you to the many members of the Hamilton community who came forward and provided video evidence, tips and information which assisted in this investigation. 

If you have information on this investigation, please contact Detective Constable Steven Cruickshanks at 905-546-4753. 
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 were called to the intersection of Barton Street West and MacNab Street North shortly after 9:00 p.m. on the evening of Tuesday, April 25, 2023. As a result of this collision, two individuals were transported to hospital in critical condition. A 73-year-old man has since been pronounced deceased in hospital. One 45-year-old man remains in hospital in critical but stable condition.

Investigators are asking West Harbour residents to review any camera footage from MacNab Street North and the surrounding area for a dark-coloured Ford sedan, a light-coloured Ford SUV and a light-coloured Kia SUV. 

If you have footage, please contact Detective Constable Steven Cruickshanks at 905-546-4753. 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 were called to the intersection of Barton Street West and MacNab Street North shortly after 9:00 pm on the evening of Tuesday, April 25, 2023. As a result of this collision two individuals were transported to hospital in critical condition.

A 73-year-old man has since been pronounced deceased in hospital. One 45-year-old man remains in hospital in critical but stable condition.

Hamilton Police continue to investigate and ask that if you have information you believe could assist police with this investigation, please contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

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 April 25, 2023, shortly after 9:00 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to the area of Barton Street West and MacNab Street North for a multiple vehicle collision sending more then one person to hospital. 

Extent of injuries are not known at this time.

Roads surrounding the collision are closed until further notice. 

If you have information that you believe could assist police with this investigation, please contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

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

On Thursday April 13, 2023, shortly after 9:30p.m., a Yamaha motorcycle was northbound on Upper James Street approaching Twenty Road.  The motorcycle, carrying a driver and a passenger, collided with a southbound Toyota SUV.

The passenger was thrown from the motorcycle and later pronounced dead in hospital.  The motorcycle driver was transported to hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries. The driver of the SUV was treated in hospital before being released.

Hamilton Police investigation uncovered evidence of a third vehicle involved in the collision and have now identified the driver.

The driver of the third vehicle, a 44-year-old Hamilton man has been charged with Fail to Remain Cause Bodily Harm under the Criminal Code of Canada.

The 44-year-old Hamilton man will be appearing in court on Tuesday, May 23, 2023.

This investigation is still ongoing and if you have any information that you believe could assist police, you are asked to please contact the Hamilton Police Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

To provide information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-200-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at www.crimestoppershamilton.com

On Tuesday, February 14, 2023, shortly after 3:30 a.m., a Hamilton man was driving his vehicle on Burlington Street East at Parkdale Avenue North when it struck a concreate pillar underneath the overpass.

A 19-year-old man was the sole occupant.

Emergency services were called and assisted with life-saving measures. The male was pronounced deceased at the scene of the collision. 

Investigators continue to work with the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service to establish the circumstances surrounding this collision.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

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

On Friday, December 2, 2022, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a 91-year old Hamilton man was driving his vehicle on Dragoon Drive when it struck a parked vehicle and came to rest on its roof.

The male was removed from the vehicle and transported to hospital with what was believed to be non-life threatening injuries at the time.

On Monday, December 19, 2022 the Office of the Chief Coroner contacted investigators and advised that the male had succumbed to his injuries. It was determined that this was as a result of injuries sustained during the collision.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

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

On Thursday, December 8, 2022 just before 1:30 a.m. a vehicle occupied by two individuals lost control on Centre Road in Flamborough. The vehicle then left the roadway striking a hydro pole just south of Mountsberg Conservation Area.  When the vehicle came to rest it became engulfed in flames. 

Emergency services were called and assisted with life-saving measures. One male occupant was transported to hospital and remains in critical but stable condition. The second male was pronounced deceased at the scene of the collision. 

Investigators are still working diligently to establish the identity of the two males involved.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

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, September 13, 2022, just after 10:00 a.m. a Ford pick-up truck was driving northbound on Parkdale Avenue North towards the north intersection at Burland Crescent when a 70-year-old Hamilton man was riding his motorcycle scooter southbound towards the same intersection. The Ford and the motorcycle were then involved in a collision.

As a result of the investigation the driver of the Ford has been charged.

He will appear in court on Wednesday, December 7, 2022.

Witnesses who have not yet spoken to police are asked to contact the Hamilton Police Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

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, October 11, 2022, shortly before 5:00 p.m., a 33-year-old Brantford man was driving a 2003 Suzuki motorcycle eastbound on Wilson Street towards Alberton Road South in the City of Hamilton.  At that same time, a 57-year-old Ohsweken man, driving a 2014 Chevrolet pick-up truck was westbound on Wilson Street, he was beginning to turn left onto Alberton Road South. 

The motorcycle and the truck collided causing the motorcycle driver to be thrown from the motorcycle.  The motorcyclist was pronounced dead on scene and the driver of the pick-up truck, and 47-year old passenger, were unharmed during the collision.

Hamilton Police continues to investigate this incident and investigators have not yet ruled out vehicle speed or driver impairment as contributing factors.  

This is the city’s 21^st traffic fatality of the year.  There have now been five drivers killed in motor vehicle collisions in 2022.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

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

The driver of the other vehicle, a 20-year-old Hamilton male, was arrested for impaired operation causing death and is currently awaiting a bail hearing.

The HPS Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate the motor vehicle collision. The Special Investigations Unit has also invoked their mandate. The SIU media release is available here.

This is the City’s 17^th and 18^th traffic fatalities of the year.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this collision, please contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

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

On Tuesday, September 13, 2022, just after 10 a.m., a 24-year-old Hamilton man was operating a 2003 Ford pickup truck northbound on Parkdale Avenue North at Burland Crescent.  Simultaneously, a 70-year-old Hamilton male was operating a motorcycle scooter in the southbound lanes towards the same intersection. The driver of the Ford pickup began to turn left at the intersection and struck the scooter causing a collision. 

The 70-year-old man suffered significant injuries and was transported to hospital by paramedics.  Despite efforts by paramedics and hospital staff, the male succumbed to his injuries.

The 24-year-old man was physically unharmed, remained at the collision scene and is cooperating with the investigation.

Due to the injuries sustained, the Collision Reconstruction Unit was activated and has taken carriage of the investigation.

Witnesses who have not spoken to police are asked to contact the CRU at 905-546-4753.

This is the City’s 16^th motor vehicle fatality of the year, and the fourth motor vehicle driver.

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

On Saturday, February 5, 2022, shortly after 3:00p.m., a 70-year-old Hamilton man was struck by a single motor vehicle , while attempting to cross Upper James Street, south of Fennell Avenue East. 

The pedestrian was  transported to hospital in critical condition, while the driver was cooperative and remained on scene. 

On Sunday, February 20, 2022, the male succumbed to his injuries and marked the City’s third traffic fatality of 2022.

The 51-year-old woman has a court date set for Monday, August 22, 2022. 

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753 or 905-546-4755.

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

Hamilton Paramedics and Hamilton Fire personnel attended the scene and extricated the male from his vehicle. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

It is not known at this time if this was a medical event or if speed and/or alcohol were factors in this collision.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753 or 905-546-4755.

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

Motor vehicles are asked to avoid the area, as the on-ramp and side streets are blocked while the Hamilton Police Collision Reconstruction complete their investigation.  

Witnesses who have yet to speak with Police are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753.

Identification of all four involved has now been confirmed.

Pedestrians:

• 48-year-old male from Richmond Hill, ON
• 51-year-old male from Markham, ON
• 56-year-old male from Toronto, ON

Driver:

• 27-year-old male from Hamilton, ON

At the request of the involved families, no names are being released.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753 or 905-546-4755.

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, March 19, 2022, shortly before 2:00 a.m., a male driver of a stolen 2004 Toyota Prius vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed on Main Street East towards King Street East.  This male lost control, mounted the curb and struck a concrete hydro pole.  During the collision, the vehicle struck three pedestrians and debris caused by the collision struck a fourth.  As the vehicle came to rest, it became engulfed in flames. 

Paramedics, Firefighters and Police Officers attended to the collision and assisted with the involved persons.  As a result of this incident, four people have succumbed to the injuries.

Hamilton Police Service will not be releasing any names of the involved parties, as next of kin notifications are ongoing. 

Impairment has not yet been ruled out as a factor involved in this incident.

These are the City’s fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh traffic fatalities of 2022.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753 or 905-546-4755.

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, January 30, 2022, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a 70-year-old male was believed to be crossing Lawrence Road with the 3-year-old family dog when the driver of an eastbound motor vehicle struck them both. The driver then fled the scene. Hamilton Paramedics transported the male to the Hamilton General Hospital but the male succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival. The dog also succumbed to injuries on scene. 

On Tuesday, March 15, 2022, Hamilton Police charged 32-year-old, Andrew Muir of Hamilton with the following offences:

• Fail to Stop Cause Death
• Operation While Prohibited
• Fail to Comply Probation
• Fail to Comply Probation

Muir had his bail opposed.

This investigation is still ongoing and if you have any information that you believe could assist detectives with the investigation, you are asked to please contact Division 20 Criminal Investigation Branch Detective Sergeant Candace Culp at 905-546-2907 or 905-546-2929.

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, January 30, 2022, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a 70-year-old male was believed to be crossing Lawrence Road with the 3-year-old family dog when the driver of an eastbound motor vehicle struck them both. The driver then fled the scene. Hamilton Paramedics transported the male to the Hamilton General Hospital but the male succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival. The dog also succumbed to injuries on scene. 

HPS Collision Reconstruction Unit has taken carriage of the investigation.

The suspect vehicle is believed to be a white Chevrolet product. The vehicle will have notable damage to the front end.

Witnesses who have not spoken to police are asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753 or 905-546-4755.

This is the City’s first fatality of the year.

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

On Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at approximately 1:00p.m., Hamilton Police and emergency partners responded for a motor vehicle collision involving a 2006 Ford Focus sedan and a 2016 Honda SUV at Highway #5 at Woodhill Road in the City of Hamilton.

The Ford vehicle was travelling northbound on Woodhill Road towards Highway #5 and was struck within the intersection by the 2016 Honda vehicle. Both vehicles came to rest in the drainage ditch along the north side of Highway #5.

The driver of the Honda vehicle, a 73-year-old woman from Hamilton, was transported to hospital with minor injuries. The driver of the Ford vehicle, a 64-year-old Cambridge man, was pronounced dead on scene.

The HPS Collision Reconstruction Unit was activated and has taken carriage of the investigation.

Police have not ruled out any factors that would have contributed to this collision.

Witnesses who have not yet spoken to police are asked to call the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4755 or 905-546-4753

On Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at approximately 10:40 p.m., a 64-year-old male from Hamilton was walking southbound across Barton Street at Grosvenor Avenue in the City of Hamilton when he was struck by a motor vehicle traveling eastbound on Barton Street.

On Monday August 16, 2021, the pedestrian passed away as a result of the injuries received in the collision.

Hamilton Police Collision Reconstruction Unit now has carriage of the investigation.

This is the City’s 8^th traffic fatality of 2021.

Witnesses that have not yet spoken to police are requested to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4755.

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

On Monday, May 17, 2021, shortly after 11:00 p.m., Hamilton Police and Hamilton Paramedics responded to Limeridge Road East, just west of Upper Kenilworth Avenue in the City of Hamilton for a motor vehicle collision between a yellow 2003 Kawasaki motorcycle and grey 2020 Hyundai Sonata.

Preliminary information indicates that a grey 2020 Hyundai Sonata was travelling eastbound on Limeridge Road East and began to conduct a U-Turn. The male motorcycle driver then struck the driver’s side of the Hyundai and the motorcyclist became wedged under the vehicle. The Hyundai driver completed a U-Turn and continued westbound 100 metres with the motorcyclist dragging under the vehicle.

The driver and possible passengers of the Hyundai exited the vehicle and fled the scene.

Hamilton Paramedics, Hamilton Fire and Hamilton Police responded to the collision and the victim was pronounced dead on scene. Investigation is being conducted by the Collision Reconstruction Unit and Mountain Station Detectives.

Police have yet to learn the identity of the motorcyclist or the Hyundai vehicle driver and possible passengers.

Speed and driver impairment have not yet been ruled out as factors involved in the investigation.

The Collision Reconstruction Unit are requesting witnesses to this collision to contact Police at (905) 546-4753 or (905) 546-4755 or Division 3 Detectives at (905) 546-3886.

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

It has been 10 years since the fatal Fail to Remain that struck and killed Hlias Kotsopoulos. Hamilton Police continue to appeal for the public’s assistance.

On Tuesday, March 22, 2011, at approximately 8:20 p.m., Hlias and his wife were crossing Green Road on the south side of Barton Street East in Stoney Creek. At that time they were struck by a motor vehicle that was traveling southbound on Green Road.

The woman suffered serious injuries and was transported to hospital. She later recovered from her injuries. Hlias Kotsopoulos was dragged 100 metres southbound by the vehicle.

Unfortunately, his injuries were fatal and he died at the scene.

The vehicle continued southbound and fled the area.

The suspect vehicle is described as a dark SUV type of vehicle. It has a licence plate consisting of 4 letters followed by 3 numbers. The first letter of the licence plate is the letter “B.”

The vehicle was never located.

Investigators are requesting the public’s assistance in this investigation. Hlias is deeply missed by his wife and family and they deserve answers.

Hamilton Police want the person or persons responsible for killing Hlias to be held accountable.

Detectives are asking anyone with information, anyone who may know something or may have heard something to please come forward and call the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4755 or 905-546-4753.

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

On Monday, August 3rd, 2020, shortly after 1:00 am., a motorcycle travelling southbound on West 5th lost control just past Brantdale Ave, Hamilton. The rider, a 21-year-old male from Hamilton was operating a 2006 Honda motorcycle. When the rider lost control he mounted the curb and made contact with a pole. The impact caused fatal injuries.

The intersection was closed for several hours as officers processed the scene.

The Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating this collision and at this time investigators have ruled out speed and impairment as factors.

If you believe could assist police with this investigation, you are asked to contact Detective Constable Jaimi Bannon of the Collision Reconstruction Unit at (905)546-4753..

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

On July 20, 2020, shortly after 4:00 a.m., a 27-year-old male from Hamilton who had exited his vehicle was fatally struck by a truck travelling westbound on the Lincoln Alexander Parkway between the Upper James and Garth Street exits.

The police investigation has determined the driver of the vehicle was not at fault and no other injuries reported.

Hamilton Police would like to thank the general public for their patience while the LINC remained closed during the morning and afternoon rush-hour.

If you have information that could assist with this investigation please call Mountain Criminal Investigation Branch at (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, March 22, 2020, at 12:15 p.m. the Hamilton Police Service Collision Reconstruction Unit attended a single motor vehicle collision on Miles Road near English Church Road. A 28-year-old male driver lost control of his vehicle and struck a metal guard rail on Miles Road south of English Church Road that resulted in fatal injuries.

The investigation has determined that speed and impairment were contributing factors in the collision.

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 Service was assisted by the Niagara Regional Police Collision Reconstruction Unit in this investigation. The Niagara Regional Police Service formulated grounds as a result arrested and laid criminal charges against an involved driver on June 19, 2020. 

A publication band has been ordered and no further information will be disclosed at this time. 

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 Sergeant Matthew Whiteley of the Niagara Regional Police Service (Collision Reconstruction Unit)

Niagara Regional Police Service

5700 Valley Way

Niagara Falls, ON L2E 1X8

(905)688-4111

email: matthew.whiteley@niagarapolice.ca

The initial stages of the investigation found the man did not sustain a physical injury from the impact but died by electrocution after exiting his vehicle from down power hydro lines due to the collision. Reports recently received concluded speed, impairment as well as distracted driving were all contributing factors in this collision.

Hamilton Police would like to remind everyone to be extremely cautious near unknown downed wires. If you see a damaged or hanging powerlines, maintain a minimum distance of 10 meters and report it to the local utility services. If in a vehicle and an overhead power line drops on top of the vehicle, stay inside and call 9-1-1.

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

The occupants of the GMC vehicle were unharmed and the Honda driver was transported to the hospital with minor injuries. A 72-year-old Hamilton woman who was a passenger in the Honda was injured during the collision. She was transported to the hospital by Hamilton Paramedic Service and later died of her injuries.

The Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this collision. The driver of the GMC vehicle has been charged. Speed and impairment have been ruled out.

Police are not releasing any names at this time.

Collision Reconstruction Unit continues with the investigation and asking for witnesses who have not yet spoken to police to call (905) 546-4753 or (905) 546-4755.

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

The Collision Reconstruction Unit has completed its investigation and concluded there will be no charges laid against the involved driver.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this collision, you are asked to contact detectives from the Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 905-546-4755 or 905-546-4753.

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

On Wednesday, February 12, 2020, shortly after 8:30 p.m., a passerby noticed a vehicle in a field in the area of Book Road and Smith Road in Ancaster. Emergency Services responded and immediately secured the area. A lone male driver was found deceased in the vehicle. As a result of observations made by officers, the Major Crime Unit was called in to assist. Through further investigation, police believe the death to be non-suspicious.

The investigation has been turned over to the Collision Reconstruction Unit and the Mountain Division Criminal Investigation Branch.

The identity of the male is not being released at this time. A post mortem will be conducted later today.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, you are asked to contact by calling Detective Sergeant Marco Del Conte 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