Hamilton Police have arrested a 17-year-old for a shooting that happened in October. 

On October 24, 2024, a tenant at 288 Grays Road in Hamilton found a bullet lodged in his residence. After an investigation by the Shooting Response Team, detectives were able to identify the individual responsible. 

On December 5, 2024, investigators executed a search warrant at a residence in the area of King St and Sherman Avenue. As a result of the search warrant, detectives recovered a firearm and arrested a youth who cannot be identified under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. The youth faces the following charges:

• Possession of a Loaded Prohibited Firearm (2 counts)
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm (2 counts)
• Careless Use of a Firearm
• Criminal Negligence

Hamilton Police wish to thank the public for their assistance in this investigation. If you have any information you feel may assist this, or any other shooting investigation, please contact the Shooting Response Team at 905-546-4883 or email shootingresponseteam@hamiltonpolice.ca

For those who wish to provide information anonymously, please consider reaching out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at Crime Stoppers Hamilton's Website.

Hamilton Police seized a loaded shotgun earlier today after responding to a disturbance near Main Street East and Wentworth Street.

On December 4, 2024, at approximately 9:15 a.m., police were called to a business regarding a dispute that escalated into violence. During the altercation, a woman was struck in the face with the butt of a shotgun, sustaining minor injuries.

Officers arriving at the scene located the suspect attempting to leave in a taxi. Upon investigation, police recovered a loaded shotgun in the trunk of the vehicle.

A 25-year-old woman from Hamilton has been arrested and is facing multiple charges related to the incident, including the following:

• Unauthorized possession of a firearm
• Assault with a weapon
• Knowledge of unauthorized possession
• Point firearm x2
• Possession contrary to order x4
• CDSA 5(2) – Fentanyl
• CDSA 5(2) Cocaine
• CDSA 5(2) – Hydromorph
• Proceeds of crime
• Obstruct Peace Officer

If you have any additional information that could help in this investigation, please call the Division 10 Staff Sergeant at 905-546-4925. To provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 of submit your anonymous tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com

On November 30, 2024, at 3:45 a.m., Hamilton Police were called to the area for a disturbance. Officers attended and became aware that one of the individuals was possibly in possession of a firearm. With the support of the Hamilton Police Emergency Response Unit, the individual was safely arrested shortly after 7:30 a.m.

The individual has been held for court and is facing charges of mischief under $5,000 and unauthorized possession of a firearm.

If you have any information about this incident, please contact the Central Staff Sergeant at 905-546-4725. For those that wish to provide information anonymously, please reach out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your tips online at www.crimestoppershamilton.com.

Hamilton Police recovered a firearm after a male crashed his car into the guardrail near the Kenilworth Access.

On October 9, 2024, Hamilton Police responded to a single-vehicle collision. The male claimed his car had mechanical issues. The officer suspected the male was impaired and administered a roadside breath test, which the male failed.

The male was subsequently arrested for impaired driving. When the officer searched the male incident to arrest, he was found to be in possession of a loaded firearm.

A 35-year-old male from Hamilton was arrested for impaired operation of a vehicle and possession of a restricted loaded firearm.

If you have any information on this investigation, please contact  905-546-2963. To provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 of submit your anonymous tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com

Thanks to assistance from the public, the youth were identified and arrested. They have been charged with two counts of robbery with a firearm.

On August 23, 2024, the victim was contacted through a popular dating app to arrange a meeting. Upon arrival, the victim was attacked by three suspects and held at gunpoint. The suspects stole the victim’s phone and used it to make a financial transaction. A second victim was also attacked by the same suspects earlier in the evening. The suspects randomly met the victim on the street and forced him at gunpoint to his apartment where they stole a gaming station.

Anyone with information that could aid in the investigation is asked to contact D/Sgt Ben Licop at 905-546-3851 or D/Cst Anmar El-Hassen at 905-546-8927.

For those wishing to provide information anonymously, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit tips online at www.crimestoppershamilton.com.

Officers were on patrol around 9:20 p.m. when they observed a disturbance break out near the midway between two males. This took place at a time and location that was filled with hundreds of people, including children and families. As officers approached, bystanders alerted them that one suspect had a firearm.

A 23-year-old male was quickly arrested and was found to be in possession of a firearm, with a high-capacity magazine and ammunition.

Charged:

Devontae Trevon Sutherland, 23-years-old, from Toronto

• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Possession of a Prohibited Firearm- Loaded
• Possession of a Prohibited Weapon X3

He remains in custody at this time.

Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with individuals who were present at the time of the incident and assisted officers. If you were involved in helping at the scene or have relevant information that you haven’t yet shared, please contact police. Your assistance is crucial in helping us gather all necessary details to move forward with the investigation.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with this investigation, you are asked to contact Detective Sergeant Candace Culp at 905-546-2907 or the Division Two on duty Staff Sergeant at 905-546-2963.

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

Officers were on patrol around 9:20 p.m. at the Winona Peach Festival when they observed a disturbance break out near the midway between two males. This took place at a time and location that was filled with hundreds of people, including children and families. As officers approached, bystanders alerted them that one suspect had a firearm.

A 23-year-old male was quickly arrested and was found to be in possession of a firearm, with a high-capacity magazine and ammunition. He faces numerous charges, including possessing a loaded firearm and possessing a prohibited weapon. The actions of these officers prevented what could have been a significant tragedy.

At 10:30 p.m., police were called to another disturbance in a parking lot close to the Winona Peach Festival where a group of four males were attacking another male with a baseball bat. The suspects fled when police arrived and the 53-year-old victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries. Police continue to search for the suspects.

At 11:45 p.m., police responded to a shooting in the parking lot of Peddles Tavern located at 1490 Barton Street East. A 20-year-old male and 28-year-old male sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were uncooperative with police. The suspect is described as a black male in his 20s with dreadlocks and a ponytail, wearing dark clothing and a hoodie.

On August 25, at 6:00 a.m., Hamilton Police responded to shots fired at Club 33, 33 Bowen Street. Upon arrival, police located three victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Two males and a female victim were transported to hospital with serious injuries. All victims are in their 20s.

The suspect is described as a white male, with blonde hair, light beard, wearing a black Blue Jays baseball cap, white shirt and black jeans.

There have been ongoing issues with licensed establishments in the area. Hamilton Police continue to work closely with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario to revoke licenses to address the violent incidents at these locations.

The Shooting Response Team has taken over the investigations into the shootings.

Hamilton Police continue to encourage anyone with information into these incidents to come forward to police. Addressing violence in our community requires the active involvement of our entire community. By working together, and sharing information, we can make a significant difference.

To provide information on the incident at Winona Peach Festival or the assault contact:

Detective Amberlee Rodgers, Division 2 Criminal Investigations Branch at 905-546-2919 or at arodgers@hamiltonpolice.ca. 

To provide information on the shootings, contact:

Shooting Response Team at 905-546-4883 or email shootingresponseteam@hamiltonpolice.ca.

For anonymous tips, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit tips online at Crime Stoppers.

As a result of the shooting, a bystander was grazed by one of the stray bullets. The victim, an adult male in his 50’s was transported to hospital for non-life threatening injuries and has since been released from hospital.

Investigators believe that the shooting occurred between two individuals. Evidence gathered to date suggests these individuals are both believed to have been armed. One of the suspects was observed operating a grey BMW sedan. Police have since recovered this vehicle.

At this time, investigators are seeking to identify two suspects:

Suspect #1 - The driver of the BMW described as:

• Male, white, wearing a black hooded-sweater, black pants and white running shoes. Holding a black firearm.

Suspect #2 – Discharged his firearm at Suspect #1

• Male, white, wearing white shorts and a white hooded-sweater.

It is unclear to investigators what, if any relationship exists between the two suspects.  The motive for this shooting remains central to the investigation and has yet to be identified. Investigators are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying Suspect #1 and have released a video clip depicting Suspect #1. 

There is no evidence at this time to confirm if Suspect #1 discharged his firearm at Suspect #2.

Investigators are also continuing their attempt to identify witnesses that were in the immediate area at the time of the shooting.  These witnesses have yet to come forward to investigators.

Hamilton Police are asking residents in the area to review their security surveillance cameras between the hours of 10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. for any suspicious activity and to contact police. Detectives are also asking if you were driving in the area and have dash camera footage that would be suitable for review to please contact the investigators.

If you have information that you feel may assist with this investigation you are encourage to contact Detective Matthew Dugdale of the Shooting Response Team by calling 905-546-4883 or by email at shootingresponseteam@hamiltonpolice.ca

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

Hamilton Police continue to investigate a bank robbery and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect vehicle and anyone known to be involved in this incident.

On Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at approximately 12:30 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to a local financial institution in the area of King Street West and Queen Street North for a robbery. The suspects fled in a vehicle prior to police arrival.

Through continued investigation, police learned two males were involved in the robbery, entered the business and directed staff to open the safe. One suspect carried a handgun during the robbery and the suspects were able to obtain a quantity of money.

The suspects are described as middle-aged males, wearing dark clothing with black masks. One suspect was wearing red pants with paint splatters, while the other wore grey pants. Police believe the suspects fled in a newer model, red Jeep Grand Cherokee with blue Ontario licence plates.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police, please contact Detective Constable Patrick Root of the Hamilton Police B.E.A.R. Unit at 905-540-6327 or Detective Sergeant Shane Groombridge at 905-546-2991.

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

Anyone with video surveilance images or dash cam video to contact Investigators.  There will be a large police presence in the area of King St E and Battlefield Park for the next few hours.
 

Your cooperation and assistance are greatly appreciated as we work to piece together the events surrounding this date and time.

Hamilton Police Service is committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community. Public cooperation is invaluable in achieving this goal.

For those who wish to provide information anonymously, please consider reaching out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at Crime Stoppers Hamilton's Website.

We appreciate your attention to this matter and thank you for your continued support in keeping our community safe.

Hamilton Police arrested two individuals following two distinct weapons-related incidents, both involving the suspected sighting of a firearm.

On Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at approximately 3:15 p.m. Hamilton Police responded to a reported theft at a commercial establishment in Jackson Square, where a suspect was allegedly seen carrying a firearm. Following a search, police arrested the suspect at the intersection of Main Street and Hughson Street. Upon conducting a search, police confirmed the firearm was a pellet gun.

Hamilton Police have arrested 25-year-old, Nickolas Renato Reda for the following charges;

• Carrying Concealed Weapon
• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
• Theft under $5000
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000
• Two Counts of Fail to Comply Probation

Nickolas Renato Reda had his bail opposed and will be attending court.

On Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to a motel near King Street East and Wentworth Street in response to reports of an individual struck in the face with a firearm. Police searched and located a male fitting the suspect's description walking near King Street and Emerald Street. The officers executed a gunpoint arrest.  Subsequent to the arrest, a search revealed a pellet gun and a butterfly knife in the suspect’s possession.

Hamilton Police have arrested 37-year-old, Christopher Macleod for the following charges;

• Possession of Prohibited Weapon
• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
• Fail to Comply Probation
• Two counts of Contrary to Order

Christopher Macleod had his bail opposed and will be attending court.

When responding to weapons calls, police must treat the situation as if lethal weapons are involved until a thorough investigation determines otherwise. Unfortunately, visually differentiating between real firearms and replicas is often impossible until the investigation is completed. Police officers responding to these situations must make quick decisions about the nature of the weapon, with potential significant and lasting consequences.

Air guns, including gel pellet guns, can cause serious injury when fired, and if designed to look like real firearms, they are treated as lethal weapons by law enforcement. Firing or brandishing pellet guns may result in individuals facing significant weapons-related charges.

For the safety of our community members and law enforcement personnel, we strongly discourage the purchase and use of these items. It is important for everyone to be aware of the potential risks associated with owning and displaying items that resemble firearms.

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, January 5, 2024, at approximately 4:00 p.m., police were patrolling in the area of Cannon Street East and Grosvenor Avenue North. During this time, an officer observed a male and identified him as Jason Kane, a wanted individual with an outstanding arrest warrant dating back to June 2023.

Jason Kane was apprehended and taken into custody.

A search incident to arrest revealed Jason Kane to be in possession of a loaded firearm.

Jason Kane has been charged with the following;

• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Possession of a Prohibited Firearm- Loaded
• Carless Use, Carry, Transport, Storage of Firearm, Weapon, Ammunition
• Carrying Concealed Weapon
• Four counts of Possession Contrary to Order

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, please contact Division Two Criminal Investigation Branch Detective Sergeant Candace Culp at 905-546-2907.

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

This is not the end. Hamilton Police will continue to engage with our community, police partners and share information in order to provide community safety. The citizens of Hamilton need to continue to feel safe in their communities and as a community we need to stop gun violence.

Hamilton Police continue to investigate into the shooting incident in Hamilton’s east end.

On Monday, December 4, 2023, shortly after 11:00 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to a shots fired call after receiving reports that a firearm and muzzle flash were witnessed in the area of Gage Avenue South and Lawrence Road.

Acting on a provided suspect description, police successfully identified and apprehended a 58-year-old man, Gianni Paul Deluca, in close proximity to the incident site. Subsequent to the arrest, a search was conducted, revealing the following items in the possession of Deluca;

• Small revolver style firearm
• Pepper spray
• 72.2 grams of fentanyl
• 12.5 grams of cocaine

Gianni Paul Deluca has been charged with the following;

• Possession for the Purpose Schedule 1- Cocaine
• Proceeds of Crime under $5000
• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Prohibited Firearm- Loaded/Unloaded
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Possession of Prohibited Firearm- unloaded with ammunition accessible
• Careless Use, Carry, Transport, Storage of Firearm, Weapon, Ammunition
• Possession Contrary to Order
• Possession for the Purpose Schedule 1- Fentanyl
• Discharge firearm with intent

During the investigation of the crime scene, police discovered a blood trail that guided them to a residence, resulting in the arrest of a 37-year-old male, Daniel Hanson and a 25-year-old male, Hayden Scott Ermel.

Daniel Hanson has been charged with the following;

• Fail to Comply Probation
• Obstruct Peace Officer
• Robbery with Violence
• Administering Noxious thing with intent to Aggrieve or Annoy

Hayden Scott Ermel has been charged with the following;

• Robbery with Violence
• Administering Noxious Thing with intent to Aggrieve or Annoy
• Two Counts of Fail to Comply Probation

 Hayden Scott Ermel sustained a gunshot wound to his left hand and was transported to hospital for treatment.

At this time, it is believed that the Ermel and Hanson attempted to rob Deluca. This led to a confrontation, ultimately resulting in the discharge of a firearm. 

On Tuesday, December 5, 2023, police executed a search warrant at the residence and located two BB guns.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, please contact Detective Sergeant Candace Culp at 905-546-2907.

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 have identified the two suspects involved in a collision on Eastport Drive that left two women seriously injured.

On Monday, December 4, 2023, shortly before 8:00 a.m., a three-vehicle collision occurred on Eastport Drive. The collision involved a 2024 white Volkswagen SUV, a black 2010 Nissan and a 2015 white Honda.

Two individuals associated with the Volkswagen quickly fled the scene. A bystander intervened, offering assistance, but the pair entered the rear seat, informing the driver they had a firearm, and instructed the driver to transport them to the area of Mead Avenue and Tate Avenue in Hamilton.

Two individuals from the Nissan were taken to the hospital with severe, life-threatening injuries, while the driver of the Honda was transported with significant but non-life-threatening injuries.

Police have identified the two individuals that fled the scene as, 31-year-old man from Brampton, Moyowa Omoniyi and 25-year-old female from Brampton, Tiana Edwards. A warrant has been issued for their arrest for the following charges. 

Omoniyi has been charged with; 

• Two counts of Dangerous operation cause bodily harm
• Two counts of Failure to stop after an accident resulting in bodily harm
• Fraud over $5,000
• Possess a counterfeited Mark
• Identity fraud
• Possess, use, traffic credit card
• Use forged document
• Robbery with a firearm
• Two counts of Fail to comply release order

Edwards has been charged with:

• Robbery with a firearm

Both are considered armed and dangerous. If they are observed, police ask that members of the public call 9-1-1-, do not approach.

The investigation is ongoing and witnesses who have yet to speak with police are asked to call Detective Andrew Poustie of the Division Two Criminal Investigation Branch at 905-546-2920 or 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

Thanks to the vigilant actions of a conscientious citizen, Hamilton Police have successfully arrested two males and removed a loaded firearm, ammunition, and illicit drugs from our city streets. The swift response of this community member has played a crucial role in enhancing the safety and well-being of our city.

On Tuesday, November 28, 2023, just after 10:00 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to a call in the area of Mountain Avenue North and Jones Street following a concerned citizen's alert. The citizen reported observing two males walking south on Mountain Avenue, with one of them appearing to be in possession of a firearm.

Promptly responding to the call, officers conducted a thorough search of the area, resulting in the arrest of a 17-year-old male and a 19-year-old male.

Upon searching the 17-year-old,  police discovered a loaded Glock handgun equipped with a full auto switch, an extended magazine carrying 28 rounds of ammunition, $1500 in Canadian Currency, and  500 grams of Fentanyl.

Charges for the 17-year-old male from Toronto include:

• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Possession for the Purpose of Schedule 1-Fentanyl
• Two Counts of Possession of a Prohibited Weapon
• Proceeds of Crime Under $5000
• Possession of a Prohibited Firearm (Loaded)
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

The 19-year-old male from Hamilton faces the following charges:

• Fail to Comply with Youth Sentence
• Disobey Court Order
• Possession of Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose

Both males remain in custody.

If you possess any information that may aid the ongoing investigation, please contact Detective Sergeant Candace Culp at 905-546-2907. 

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

Since the beginning of the year, Hamilton Police have seized a total of 130 crime-related firearms alone. This underscores our commitment to removing dangerous weapons from circulation and preventing potential violence.

Over the last month, members of the Major Drug and Gangs Unit executed residential, vehicle and trailer search warrants resulting in a substantial quantity of suspected cocaine, fentanyl, methamphetamine, codeine, and oxycodone pills. The estimated street value of the illicit drugs exceeds $156 thousand dollars.

In addition to the drug seizures, detectives located a handgun, prohibited extended magazine, prohibited weapons, and numerous rounds of ammunition. This highlights the multi-faceted approach taken by our investigators to address various aspects of criminal activity.

CHARGED

Logan Keoun, 22-years-of-age, Hamilton

·        Possession of Heroin for the Purpose Schedule One

·        Possession of Methamphetamine for the Purpose Schedule One

·        Two Counts of Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose Schedule One

·        Possession of Fentanyl for the Purpose Schedule One

·        Prohibited Firearm

·        Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

·        Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

Sarann Nop, 39-years-of-age, Burlington

·        Possession of Fentanyl for the Purpose Schedule One

·        Proceeds of Crime Over $5,000

·        Possession of Opioid for the Purpose Schedule One

Heather Balloch, 33-years-of-age, Hamilton

·        Possession of Fentanyl for the Purpose Schedule One

·        Proceeds of Crime Over $5,000

·        Possession of Opioid for the Purpose Schedule One

Douglas Burley, 44-yearss-of-age, Hamilton

·        Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose Schedule One

·        Possession of Fentanyl for the Purpose Schedule One

Roger James, 55-years-of-age, Hamilton

·        Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose Schedule One

Jessica Keoun, 21-years-of-age, Hamilton

·        Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose Schedule One

Ly Keoun, 49-years-of-age, Hamilton

·        Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose Schedule One

Your cooperation is crucial in maintaining the safety of our community.

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, October 30, 2023, at approximately 3:30 p.m. Hamilton officers were patrolling the area of King Street East and East Avenue North in response to ongoing community complaints.

While patrolling the area, officers encountered an individual in an alleyway with conditions to stay out of the area. The individual attempted to flee on foot when approached by the officers, resulting in a brief struggle and subsequent arrest.

In a search incident to arrest, police located a loaded Glock 19 firearm, a box of 9mm ammunition, two pieces of crack cocaine, and a quantity of cash in the accused’s possession.

Hamilton Police have arrested  a 38-year-old man, Tim Junior Miller for the following charges;

• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
• Knowledge Possession of a Firearm
• Possession of a Loaded Restricted Firearm
• Possession For The Purpose Of Trafficking Cocaine
• Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under Five Thousand
• Three Counts of Fail to Comply Undertaking

This is not the end. Hamilton Police will continue to engage with our community, police partners and share information in order to provide community safety. The citizens of Hamilton need to continue to feel safe in their communities and as a community we need to stop gun violence.

Public safety is a shared responsibility, in which both citizens and police have important roles.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, please contact Division One Staff Sergeant at 905-546-4725.

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, October 29, 2023, shortly after 6:30 p.m., a black Lincoln Navigator was traveling in the area of Garth Street and Twenty Road when a damaged white Mercedes abruptly blocked their path. Four individuals exited the Mercedes, assaulted the occupants of the Lincoln Navigator, forcefully removed them from the vehicle, and fled the scene in the stolen Lincoln Navigator.

A 15-year-old male, a resident of Hamilton, has been taken into custody in connection with the Robbery with a Firearm. He has been charged with the following offenses:

·        Five Counts of YPC Robbery with a Firearm

·        Three Counts of YPC Breach Probation Youth

·        Two Counts of Fail to Comply with Youth Sentence

Further charges are anticipated as the investigation continues.

All occupants of the vehicle sustained injuries during the incident, none of these injuries were life-threatening.

The stolen Lincoln Navigator was located abandoned shortly after the incident. The white Mercedes left behind at the scene was reported as stolen from the Hamilton area. 
A firearm has been recovered.

The 15-year-old suspect is currently in custody and has been held for a bail hearing.

While one individual has been arrested, the search for the three remaining suspects continues. Hamilton Police are actively investigating the case and urge anyone with information regarding this incident to come forward. If you were in the area of Garth Street and Twenty Road and observed either of these vehicles and may have information to provide police we urge you to call Detective Sergeant Shane Groombridge at 905-546-2991 or to provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com.

In the early morning hours of Sunday, September 3, 2023, a 32-year-old man was robbed of cash at gunpoint in the area of James Street North and Cannon Street West.  Hamilton Police Division One detectives continued the investigation, determined that it was a targeted attack and identified the suspect as a 43-year-old Hamilton man. 

Thomas Gordon Major was arrested without incident yesterday evening in possession of a loaded handgun and drugs.

Thomas Gordon Major has been charged with the following offences;

• Robbery with Firearm
• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Possession of a Loaded Restricted Weapon
• Three Counts of Possession Contrary to Order
• Possession for the Purpose – Cocaine, Fentanyl & Methamphetamine

Thomas Gordon Major had his bail opposed and will be appearing in court today.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, please contact Detective Constable Jason Henry at 905-546-3816 or Staff Sergeant Catherine Lockley 905-546-3833.

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 have arrested a 23-year-old man of Hamilton in possession of a loaded firearm.

On Saturday, August 12, 2023, shortly after 04:30 p.m. a Hamilton officer observed a drug transaction occurring in an alleyway in the area of King William Street and East Avenue.

The individual involved attempted to evade police but was located and arrested. During the search of the suspect police found a loaded firearm.

Hamilton Police have arrested 23-year-old, Chngkouth John Makuag of Hamilton for the following charges;

• Prohibited Firearm - Loaded/Unloaded
• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Carrying Concealed Weapon
• Possession Contrary to Order
• Possession of Prohibited Weapon - Gun
• Possession of Prohibited Weapon - Knife
• Possession for the Purpose Schedule I - Fentanyl
• Possession for the Purpose of Schedule I - Methamphetamine
• Possession for the Purpose Schedule I - Cocaine
• Proceeds of Crime Under $5,000 - Canada in and out

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, please contact Division One Criminal Investigation Branch at 905-546-3833.

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

This is not the end. Hamilton Police will continue to engage with our community, police partners and share information in order to provide community safety. The citizens of Hamilton need to continue to feel safe in their communities and as a community we need to stop gun violence.

If you see something, say something, public safety is a shared responsibility, in which both citizens and police have important roles.

On Sunday, August 13, 2023, at approximately 11:00 a.m., the Hamilton Police responded to the area of King Street East and Owen Place in the City of Hamilton, after receiving a report of a victim walking into a local hospital with a gunshot wound to their leg.

 At this time, the shooting is believed to be a targeted incident.

During the investigation, it was later learned the victim in the matter was a federal parolee who was arrested on the outstanding warrant and returned to custody.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with this investigation please contact Detective Dave Brewster in Investigative Services Division at 905-546-4067.

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, July 18, 2023, shortly before 11:30p.m., Hamilton Police responded to the area of Mohawk Road West and Magnolia Drive, after receiving reports of a shooting. Police spoke with witnesses in the area, who stated that they heard two gun shots.

Police located a bullet casing and can confirmed a firearm was discharged in the area.

The individual believed to be the target of the shots did not remain on scene and police are looking to speak with him.

At this time, it is believed no one was injured.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, please contact Sergeant David Brewster at 905-546-4067.

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 9, 2023, shortly after midnight, Hamilton Police responded to the area of King Street East and Steven Street for reports of a shooting. Officers were first on scene and began rendering lifesaving aid to a 25-year-old male who was suffering from what appeared to be a gunshot wound.

During the arrival of police, there were others present in the residence and officers attempted to clear the room while continuing to provide lifesaving aid, at this point a 22-year-old female was confrontational with police, attacked the responding officer, and actively attempted to disarm them.

CHARGED

Haily Moreau

·        22-years-of-age

·        Hamilton

CHARGE

·        Disarming Peace Officer

No further charges have been laid at this point of the on-going investigation.

The 25-year-old male remains in critical condition in hospital.

Hamilton Police have interviewed numerous witnesses to determine what occurred during this incident. At this time, investigators continue to canvas the area for video surveillance and ask anyone who may have information regarding the events that led up to a firearm being discharged to contact police at 905-546-3833.

We continue to take a whole service approach to ensure all units are working to get guns off our streets. Whether it’s our Guns, Weapons and Enforcement Unit, K9, Major Drugs and Gangs Unit or Patrol - our officers are working diligently to keep our community safe, however this is not just a police issue, it’s a community issue, by working together, we can make our streets safer.

If you have any information about firearms in our community, please contact police at 905-546-4925.

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

Since the beginning of the year, police have seized 153 firearms within our city. Of those firearms, 84 of them were crime guns from a variety of incidents, seven of which were recovered during traffic-related interactions.

Over the last month members of the Major Drug and Gangs Unit seized a large quantity of suspected cocaine with a street value of over $300K, two prohibited firearms, seized a vehicle related to crime and have executed search warrants related to residences, vehicles and storage units.

CHARGED

·        30-year-old man

·        Hamilton

CHARGES

·        CDSA 5(2) - Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking - Cocaine

·        CC 355(b) - Proceeds of Crime under $5000

·        CC 91(3) - Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·        CC 86(3) - Careless Use, Carry, Transport, Storage of a Firearm

·        CC 95(1) - Prohibited Firearm

·        CC 92(1) - Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

CHARGED

·        26-year-old man

·        Hamilton

During the search of the man’s vehicle officers recovered a loaded prohibited handgun and a quantity of cocaine.

CHARGES

·        CDSA 5(2) - Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking - Cocaine

·        CC 355(b) - Proceeds of Crime under $5000

·        CC 91(3) - Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·        CC 95(1) - Prohibited Firearm

·        CC 92(1) - Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·        CDSA 5(2) Possession for the Purpose Schedule II

·        CC 94(2) Occupant of Motor Vehicle knowing there was Firearm

The above investigations remain on-going therefore further details in relation to the accused men will not be released at this time.

These incidents are a reminder that if you see something, please say something.

The citizens of Hamilton need to continue to feel safe in their communities and as a community, we need to stop illicit drugs and guns from entering our streets.

By working together, we can make our streets safer for everyone.

If you have any information about firearms in our community, please contact police at 905-546-4925.

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, June 3, 2023, shortly before 7:00p.m. Hamilton Police responded to the area of Centennial Parkway and Neil Avenue for reports of an individual with a firearm. A citizen was walking his dog in the area, when a male exited a residence, began yelling and pointed a firearm at the victim. The citizen called police.

Police immediately set up a perimeter in the area, located the suspect and became involved in a foot pursuit, where the male suspect ran into a commercial business. Police affected the arrest and located a loaded 9mm Smith and Wesson handgun.

The accused, Devan Frank Butler, a 21-year-old man of Hamilton, has been charged with the following offences;

• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Possession of Prohibited Firearm Loaded
• Tampering with Serial Number of Firearm
• Point Firearm
• Use Firearm in Commission of Offence
• Careless Use of Firearm
• Carry Concealed Weapon
• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
• Utter Threat to Cause Death or Bodily Harm
• Assault (Weapon)

Devan Frank Butler’s bail was opposed.

Since the beginning of the year, Hamilton Police have seized 80 crime guns, this is a 45 % increase year to date from 2022.  

This is not the end. Hamilton Police will continue to engage with our community, police partners and share information in order to provide community safety. The citizens of Hamilton need to continue to feel safe in their communities and as a community we need to stop gun violence.

Public safety is a shared responsibility, in which both citizens and police have important roles.

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, May 31, 2023, shortly before 7:00 p.m., Hamilton Police were called to the area of Charlton Avenue West and Bay Street South for a report of a male with a firearm.

Police attended the area and received information that two males exited a cab, pointed a firearm and then entered a residence in the area.

During the investigation police located the males and seized the firearm. As a result two male youths were charged.

CHARGED

Male Youth, 17-years-of-age, Hamilton

·         YPC Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

·         YPC Fail to Comply with Release Order – other than to attend court

·         YPC Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

·         YPC Occupant of Motor Vehicle knowing there was Firearm

·         YPC Point Firearm

The accused youth in this matter was on a release from the courts for previous charges and was on conditions to not possess any weapons, firearms or ammunition.

Male Youth, 17-years-of-age, Hamilton

·         YPC Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with this investigation you are asked to contact Acting Detective Sergeant Brad Clark at 905-546-3833   BClark@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 Saturday, April 1, shortly before 10:00 a.m., Hamilton Police responded to 229 Candlewood Drive, for a firearm related incident. Several individuals were present and arrested in the area upon police arrival. Two of those arrested were charged with the following charges:

Duston Douglas MacKenzie

·         22-years-of-age

·         Hamilton

Charges

·         Two Counts Careless Use of Firearm

·         Two Counts Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·         Two Counts Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·         Two Counts Possession of a prohibited Loaded Firearm

Jacob Gary Dumais

·         18-years-of-age

·         Hamilton

Charges

·         Two Counts Careless Use of Firearm

·         Two Counts Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·         Two Counts Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·         Two Counts Possession of a Prohibited Loaded Firearm

·         Possession Contrary to Order

·         Two Counts Breach Probation Youth

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with this investigation you are asked to contact Detective Constable Tom Kersgens at 905-546-3885. 

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

During the investigation two firearms were seized and five individuals were arrested, four males aged 22, 18, 17, and 16 and one female 22-years-of-age.

There were no physical injuries during this incident. There is no continued risk to public safety. 

Investigators will be in the area throughout the evening. Thank you to the public for their patience during this continued investigation . 

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with this investigation you are asked to contact Detective Constable Tom Kersgens at 905-546-3885. 

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 continue to relentlessly pursue offenders who are engaged in violence, drug activity and guns in the Hamilton community. Police have arrested two in connection to drug trafficking in Hamilton this week.

On Friday March 3, 2023, shortly after 5:00 a.m., Hamilton Police executed one residential and two vehicle search warrants as part of an on-going investigation.

Members of the Major Drug Unit had been investigating a drug trafficking ring that was believed to be distributing fentanyl and cocaine throughout Hamilton. The investigation extended to areas all across South-Western Ontario.

Police have charged two individuals and seized a large quantity of suspected high concentrated fentanyl, cocaine, and currency. Police also located a firearm along with five extended high capacity magazines with ammunition. Finally, investigators seized a motor vehicle that was involved in the commission of the offence.

SEIZED:

• Glock handgun with a fully loaded magazine
• Dozens of rounds of 9mm ammunition
• Five high capacity extended magazines loaded with ammunition
• Four ounces of suspected high concentrated fentanyl that once prepared for street doses would have the ability to produce over two kilograms of fentanyl for distribution
• Five ounces of crack cocaine
• Mercedes motor vehicle
• Bundled Canadian currency believed to be $35,000-$50,000 (still being processed)
• Mobile devices
• Scales
• Drug production equipment
• Cutting agents to add to drug production

The estimated street value of seized drugs is over $450,000.

CHARGED:

Lual Ayom NGONG

• 27-years-of-age
• Hamilton

CHARGES:

• Careless storage of a firearm
• Unauthorized possession of a firearm
• Six counts of Possession of a prohibited weapon
• Loaded prohibited firearm
• Tamper with serial number of a firearm
• Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
• CDSA 5(2) fentanyl
• CDSA 5(2) cocaine
• Proceeds of crime over $5000
• Three counts of Fail to comply probation
• Possession of a firearm contrary to order

CHARGED:

• Lauren THOMPSON
• 47-years-of-age
• Grimsby

CHARGES:

• Careless storage of a firearm
• Unauthorized possession of a firearm
• Six counts of Possession of a prohibited weapon
• Loaded prohibited firearm
• Tamper with serial number of a firearm
• Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
• CDSA 5(2) fentanyl
• CDSA 5(2) cocaine
• Proceeds over $5000

This is not the end. Hamilton Police will continue to engage with our community, police partners and share information in order to provide community safety. The citizens of Hamilton need to continue to feel safe in their communities and as a community we need to stop illicit drugs and guns from entering our streets.

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

Hamilton Police responded to complaints of an impaired driver and located a sawed-off shotgun.

On Sunday, February 12, 2023, at approximately 5:00 a.m., Hamilton Police received reports of a possible impaired driver in the area of Barton Street and Sanford Avenue.

Hamilton Police responded to the area, located the vehicle and after investigation, arrested the driver for impaired driving. During the search of the vehicle, police located a sawed off shotgun.  

The 37-year-old male driver has been charged with;

• Operation of a Motor Vehicle While Impaired by Drug.
• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm.
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon.
• Occupant of a Motor Vehicle Knowing There was a Firearm.
• Possession of a Prohibited Firearm.
• Fail to Comply with a Probation Order X2

Thank you to the members of the community that recognized the signs of an impaired driver and took action to report it to police. By doing so, you helped stop a possible collision that could have injured or even killed someone.

On Thursday, February 2, 2023 shortly before 9:30 p.m., a suspect entered a business in the area Barton Street East and Sanford Avenue North. The suspect approached the lone employee and brandished a firearm while demanding money. The suspect fled on foot eastbound on Barton Street East with an undisclosed amount of money.

There were no physical injuries sustained during this robbery.

Investigators are appealing for the public’s assistance for any information about 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 Michael Suffoletta at 905-961-8936 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 continue to investigate a commercial robbery with a firearm. Investigators are looking for assistance in identifying the outstanding suspect.

On Wednesday, January 4, 2023 shortly after 12:30 a.m., a male suspect entered a business in the area Barton Street East and Ottawa Street North. The suspect approached the lone employee and brandished a firearm while demanding money. The suspect fled on foot eastbound on Barton Street East with an undisclosed amount of money.

There were no physical injuries sustained during this robbery.

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 Boris Iveljic at 905-961-7359 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 Friday, December 23, 2022, around 4:00 p.m, Hamilton Police responded to an address on Meritage Lane to arrest a male wanted on an outstanding warrant. When officers arrived, the male was observed seated in the driver's seat of a motor vehicle parked in the driveway of the residence. There was an adult female seated in the front passenger seat. When police requested the male to exit the car, he intentionally reversed his vehicle into a police cruiser in an attempt to flee. Unable to escape, officers seized the opportunity to safely remove the male from the driver's seat and arrest him.

During the investigation police located a loaded, semi-automatic pistol and ammunition in the vehicle. As a result, both the male and female occupants were arrested and charged with possession of the firearm. A search warrant was later executed on the vehicle and as a result of the search, the following items were located:

• One prohibited pistol magazine with a twenty-seven round capacity.
• Numerous rounds of 9mm ammunition. 
• Fentanyl powder in separate packaging weighing a total of 40 grams.
• One bag of powdered cocaine weighing approximately 75 grams.
• A digital scale.
• A large quantity of cash. 

As a result of the investigation the male and female have been jointly charged with the following:

• Possession of a Prohibited Firearm
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Firearm in a Vehicle
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
• Careless Use/Storage/Transport of a Firearm x 2
• Possession of a Prohibited Device
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking x 2 (Fentanyl & Cocaine)
• Proceeds of Crime Over $5,000

The accused male in this matter was on a release from the courts for previous drug trafficking charges and was on conditions to not possess any weapons/firearms/ammunition and not to occupy the driver's seat of a motor vehicle or to possess any non-prescribed drugs.  He was additionally charged with:

• Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
• Fail To Comply With Release Order x 5

Lizaine Darious Teton Welsh 
- Male
- 21-years-of-age
- Hamilton

Courtney Smith
- Female
- 20-years-of-age
- Hamilton

Hamilton Police continue to investigate a firearm involved commercial robbery.

On Wednesday, November 16, 2022, a robbery occurred at a commercial business in the area of Main Street West and Emerson Street.

The suspect is described as, a white male, approximately 5’10, wearing a black toque, black North Face jacket with logos on the left breast pocket and right rear shoulder, wearing a multi coloured face covering, black shoes and was seen leaving the location with a blue grocery style bag.

A black handgun style firearm was observed during the incident.

No one sustained any physically injuries. 

If you have any information on the identity of this male or any information that you believe could assist police with this investigation, you are asked to 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

On Sunday, October 23, 2022, shortly after 1:00 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to a shooting in the area of George Street and Caroline Street, in which several shots were fired inside a residence.

The victim, an 18-year-old male sustained non-life-threatening injuries resulting from a gunshot.

On Monday, October 24, 2002, Hamilton Police arrested and charged a 22-year-old male of Hamilton.  

Hamilton Police have since arrested, a 17-year-old female youth and 19-year-old female, both of Hamilton.

An arrest warrant has been issued for Noah Alexander Mervyn Sheridan, a 19-year-old male of Hamilton.

Hamilton Police continue to investigation the shooting incident.

Hamilton Police are appealing to area residents to check their security cameras between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 23, for any suspicious activity and to contact police. Alternatively, if you were driving in the area and have dash camera footage that would be suitable for review please also contact investigators.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact detectives at 905-546-3816 or Central Staff Sergeants at 905-546-4725.

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, October 23, 2022, shortly after 1:00 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to a shooting in the area of George Street and Caroline Street.

Police can confirm several shots were fired inside a residence and police believe this incident to be targeted.

 The victim, an 18-year-old male sustained non-life-threatening injuries resulting from a gunshot.

Hamilton Police have arrested a 22-year-old male of Hamilton for the following charges;

• Robbery with Firearm
• Aggravated Assault
• Fail to Comply Probation

The 22-year-old male is expected to be in court this afternoon. The investigation into this crime is ongoing.  

Hamilton Police are appealing to area residents to check their security cameras between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 23, for any suspicious activity and to contact police. Alternatively, if you were driving in the area and have dash camera footage that would be suitable for review please also contact investigators.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact detectives at 905-546-3816 or Central Staff Sergeants at 905-546-4725.

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, October 22, 2022, shortly after 1:00 a.m., police entered into an investigation after receiving reports of a disturbance, where a handgun was seen at a Restaurant in the area of Upper Gage and Fennell Avenue East.

Police arrived on scene and located three individuals with injuries. The victims were transported to hospital.  

A perimeter was set up and police arrested a 26-year-old male of Hamilton.  During the investigation police located and seized a loaded firearm.

CHARGED

• Marchello D’eshaun Fletcher, 26-year-old Hamilton man

CHARGES

• Unauthorized Possession of a firearm
• Possession of a firearm contrary to order
• Fail to comply release order
• Assault Level One

This is not the end. Hamilton Police will continue to engage with our community, police partners and share information in order to provide community safety. The citizens of Hamilton need to continue to feel safe in their communities and as a community we need to stop gun violence.

Public safety is a shared responsibility, in which both citizens and police have important roles.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Detective Constable Chan by calling 905-546-8970.

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, October 21, 2022, shortly before 10:00 a.m., Hamilton Police entered into an investigation after receiving reports that a student at Westdale Secondary School received threats involving a firearm.

Westdale Secondary School and schools in the area went into hold and secure until 12:00 p.m., at which point police brought the incident to a safe resolution.

Hamilton Police have arrested a 17-year-old male and currently the investigation is ongoing and charges are pending. Police continue to work on confirming the existence of a firearm.

Hamilton Police recognize the importance of school safety and how a threat of this nature can be difficult for students, staff and their families. Police take incidents like these extremely seriously and will continue to work closely with the school boards to help identify the individuals responsible and lay the appropriate criminal charges where a suspect(s) is identified. 

Hamilton Police continue to investigate. If you have any information you believe could assist police with any of these investigations, please call (905) 546-4925. 

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, October 3, 2022 at noon-hour, Hamilton Police received reports of a suspicious individual with a handgun outside a convenience store in the area of Barton Street East and Melrose Avenue North.

Hamilton Police responded to the area and secured the handgun and suspect. Upon seizing the handgun, police were able to determine it to be a realistic looking replica handgun.

As a result of the search conducted after the arrest, police located drug paraphernalia, an axe in the suspect’s waistband and a loaded sawed-off shotgun.

The accused, Michele Marinilli, a 57-year-old man from Hamilton, has been charged with the following charges.

·         Carless Use, Carry, Transport, Storage of Firearm, Weapon, Ammunition

·         Possession of Weapon for dangerous Purpose

·         Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

·         Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

·         Prohibited Firearm- Loaded/Unloaded

·         Possession of Weapon Obtained by Crime

·         Possession Contrary to Order X 3

·         Breach of Firearms Regulation

·         Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

·         Possession Schedule 1- Methamphetamine

This is not the end. Hamilton Police will continue to engage with our community, police partners and share information in order to provide community safety. The citizens of Hamilton need to continue to feel safe in their communities and as a community we need to stop gun violence.

Public safety is a shared responsibility, in which both citizens and police have important roles.

Hamilton Police have taken another firearm off the street and arrested a 22-year-old Hamilton man.

On Thursday, September 29, 2022, Hamilton Police were in the area of Melrose Avenue and Barton Street East in Hamilton when they observed a male to whom was found failing to comply with his release order. The male was placed under arrest.

Search incident to arrest revealed a loaded firearm and a quantity of cocaine and fentanyl.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Detective Constable Joshua Dickieson of the Major Drug and Gang Unit by calling 905-546-3949.

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 have arrested a 30-year-old Hamilton man following a residential search warrant yesterday.

In the afternoon hours of Wednesday, August 24, 2022, Hamilton Police executed a residential search warrant in the area of Mud Street and Winterberry Drive on the city’s east mountain.

One male has been arrested and remains in custody.

During the execution of the warrant a quantity of illicit drugs were seized with an approximate value of $15,000 dollars.

A loaded 40 Calibre Handgun, over $72,000 in Canadian Currency, along with scales were also seized during the execution of the warrant.

This is not the end. Hamilton Police will continue to engage with our community, police partners and share information in order to provide community safety. The citizens of Hamilton need to continue to feel safe in their communities and as a community we need to stop gun violence.

If you have any information about gun violence or any crime within our city please call Hamilton Police 905-546-4925 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

In the evening hours of Wednesday, June 1, 2022, Hamilton Police arrested two suspects in relation to a stolen auto investigation.  

Members of the Hamilton Police B.E.A.R unit located a stolen auto in the area of Fennell Ave East and Upper Gage Ave.  They followed the vehicle until they were able to safely arrest both occupants in the east end of the city.  During a search of the vehicle, police located a sawed off shotgun, and the upper receiver of an assault rifle style rifle.

Two adults were charged with property and firearm related offences. They remain in custody.

If you have any information about illicit drugs, gun violence or any crime within our city please call Hamilton Police 905-546-4925 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Hamilton Police conducted a  traffic stop that lead to the arrest of two males and a loaded firearm taken off of our streets.

On Wednesday, June 1, 2022, shortly before 3:00a.m., Hamilton Police observed a vehicle travelling westbound on King Street East near Emerald Street North without a functioning rear license plate light.

A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle.

A search of the vehicle and persons within it, produced a small amount of crack cocaine, bullets and a loaded Glock firearm.

Police have charged two males with the following offences:

·         25-year-old male of Hamilton

• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Possession Contrary to Order
• Possession Schedule 1- Cocaine
• Possessing Cannabis for the Purpose of Selling

·         25-year-old male of Toronto

• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Possess Firearm with altered Serial Number
• Prohibited Firearm- Loaded
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Fail To Comply Probation X2
• Fail to Comply with Release Order X2
• Possessing Cannabis For The Purpose of Selling
• Proceeds of Crime Under $5000

Both individuals have had their bail opposed. 

This is not the end. Hamilton Police will continue to engage with our community, police partners and share information in order to provide community safety. The citizens of Hamilton need to continue to feel safe in their communities and as a community we need to stop gun violence.

If you have any information about gun violence or any crime within our city please call Hamilton Police 905-546-4925 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Shortly after 10: 00 p.m. on Monday, March 29, 2022 while conducting proactive patrol, Hamilton Police observed a driver violate the Highway Traffic Act, subsequently a traffic stop was conducted.

As a result of the investigation a 25-year-old male and a 20-year-old male have been arrested and held for a bail hearing to take place this morning.

ARRESTED

Male Driver

·         20-years-of age

·         Hamilton

·         Held for bail hearing, John Sopinka Courthouse

Male Passenger

·         25-years-of-age

·         Hamilton

·         Held for bail hearing, John Sopinka Courthouse

CHARGES

·         Prohibited Firearm

·         Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

·         Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

·         Possession of Prohibited Weapon

·         Occupant of Motor Vehicle knowing there was Firearm

·         Proceeds of Crime Under $5,000

·         Possession for the Purpose of Distributing

·         Possession for the Purpose – Cocaine

·         Possession for the Purpose – Fentanyl

·         Possession for the Purpose – Hydromorphone

·         Possession for the Purpose – Benzodiazepine

·         Possession for the Purpose – Oxycodone

·         Fail to Comply Probation

Hamilton Police continue to relentlessly pursue offenders who are engaged in violence, drug activity and firearms in our community. We are working to end gun violence and illegal gun possession. The majority of gun crimes being committed in Hamilton involve guns that were illegally obtained and possessed.

This is not the end. Hamilton Police will continue to engage with our community, police partners and share information in order to keep our community safe.

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

An overnight weapons investigation has led to the seizure of a firearm, illicit drugs and the arrest of a 23 year old Hamilton man. 

In the early morning hours of February 6th, 2022, Hamilton Police were called to the area of Main Street West and Bay Street South for a report of a person with a firearm. Upon arrival officers located a male matching the description provided to them and after a brief interaction, he was arrested without incident. 

Officers recovered a firearm from the arrested male along with a quantity of illicit drugs. 

ARRESTED: 
Male, 22 years of age from Hamilton 

Held for a bail hearing, John Sopinka Courthouse 

CHARGES: 
Point Firearm 
Prohibited Firearm - Loaded/Unloaded 
Unauthorized Possession of Firearm 
Careless Use, Carry, Transport, Storage of Firearm, Weapon, Ammunition 
Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm/Weapon 
Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose Firearm - Use of during an offence 
Possession Contrary to Order X2 
Fail to Comply with Release Order - X2 
Possession for the Purpose Schedule I - Cocaine 
Proceeds of Crime Under $5,000 - Canada in and out 

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call Det/Cst Jordan Constable at 905-546-3821. To provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers as 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com 
 

On Wednesday, January 19, 2022, the Hamilton Police HEAT Unit, with the assistance of the BEAR Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence in the area of King Street and Steven Street.

Two adult males and one youth male have been arrested and charged. 

As a result of the search warrant, police located and seized:

• Loaded revolver
• 8 grams of fentanyl

This is not the end. The citizens of Hamilton need to continue to feel safe in their communities and as a community we need to stop gun violence.

We encourage the public to look out for one another and to report all incidences of suspicious activity and crimes, so they can be investigated and tracked. Remember, “If you see something, say something”.

Hamilton Police Service values this important information, as we look into these crimes and deploy resources accordingly to better serve our community. It is important to recognize that criminals find it difficult to operate in neighbourhoods, where citizens take an active role in preventing crime.

Public safety is a shared responsibility, in which both citizens and police have important roles.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Division 1 Criminal Investigation Branch Staff Sergeant Catherine Lockley by calling 905-546-3833.

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 arrested a 34-year-old man of Hamilton with firearm related charges.

On Sunday, January 16, 2022, shortly before midnight, police responded to a disturbance in the area of Wilson St and Ferguson St, where a firearm had been brandished.

Hamilton Police patrol along with the K9 Unit responded to the area and in short time, located and arrested a 34-year-old male without incident.

Police seized a loaded sawed-off .22 calibre rifle and brass knuckles.

Teklenburg has had his bail opposed. 

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Division 1 Criminal Investigation Branch Detective/Constable Robert Booker 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

In the early morning hours of Thursday, January 13, 2022, while conducting proactive patrol Hamilton Police observed a driver violate the Highway Traffic Act, subsequently a traffic stop was conducted and a 22-year-old male arrested.

The vehicle, a grey Toyota Camry was reported stolen. The vehicle was seized for further investigation, as a result police located a quantity of illicit drugs including methamphetamine and fentanyl. Police also located a loaded modified prohibited shotgun inside the vehicle.

ARRESTED

Male

·         22 years-of-age

·         Hamilton

·         Held for bail hearing, John Sopinka Courthouse

CHARGES

·         Flight from Peace Officer

·         Dangerous Operation

·         Possession Under $5000

·         Proceeds of Crime Under $5000

·         Possession for the purpose – Methamphetamine

·         Possession for the purpose – Fentanyl

·         Possession for the purpose - Psilocybin Mushrooms

·         Unauthorized possession of Firearm

·         Possession of a Prohibited Weapon

·         Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was Firearm

·         Careless Transport of Firearm

·         Four counts of Fail to Comply Probation

·         Two counts of Fail to Comply Firearm prohibition

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