A 38-year-old Hamilton man has been arrested following a standoff, during which a handgun was involved.

On Tuesday, January 9, 2024, just after 11:00 a.m., Hamilton Police responded to an incident at an address near Mountain Avenue South and Maple Avenue in Stoney Creek, prompted by a reported sighting of a weapon.

Upon arrival in the area, officers were confronted by an individual pointing a firearm at them, prompting an immediate withdrawal. In response, the police established a containment perimeter to manage the situation, in which, roads were closed off and residents in the area were advised to remain within their homes, until the situation was made safe.

Following instructions from police, the occupants of the residence, identified as an adult male and an adult female, exited without incident and were subsequently arrested.

45-year-old male, Sean David Thorburn has been charged for the following offences;

• Breach of Firearm Regulation
• Two counts of Fail to Comply
• Forcible Confinement
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Point Firearm
• Possession Contrary to Order
• Possession of a Prohibited Firearm- Loaded
• Possession of Prohibited Weapon
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000

Further investigation uncovered that Sean David Thorburn is presently wanted by both Medicine Hat Police Service and RCMP Detachment.

It was determined that the adult female was a victim in the situation and was released unconditionally.

During the execution of a search at the residence, police discovered a loaded .22 caliber handgun with four bullets in the magazine inside the home. Additionally, it was confirmed that the vehicle parked in the driveway, a white Ford F550, had been reported stolen from the Guelph Area. Subsequent search of the vehicle led to the finding of a stun gun.

Police located and arrested 38-year-old, Justin Mattina, who was believed to have been present in the residence before the arrival of the police.

Justin Mattina has been charged with three counts of Fail to Comply.

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

On Sunday, July 18, 2021, at approximately 9:46a.m., Christopher La Rose was stabbed during an altercation at a motel on Queenston Road in the City of Hamilton. La Rose was found a short distance away and died as a result of the injuries he sustained.

On Tuesday July 20, 2021, police announced that an arrest warrant had been issued for Myles Blackburn for First Degree Murder. Shortly after 6:00p.m., Myles Blackburn was arrested in the area of Ferguson Avenue South and Young Street in the City of Hamilton for the First Degree Murder of Christopher La Rose. Numerous officers from various investigative units participated in locating and arresting Blackburn.

At the time of his arrest, Myles Blackburn was in possession of a loaded handgun.

Charges related to the handgun located on Blackburn are unrelated to the homicide and are being investigated by the Hamilton Police Guns and Gangs Unit. If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into the handgun, you are asked to contact Detective Mario Rizzo 905-546-2364.

Myles Blackburn will appear in court later today and police continue to investigate the circumstance leading up to and following this murder.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this crime, you are asked to contact Detective Andrew Coughlan by calling 905-546-3874.

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 6, 2020, shortly after 11:30 p.m., two male suspects in disguise entered the Subway Restaurant located at 1333 Main Street West. One suspect interacted with the patrons while the other suspect obtained an undisclosed amount of Canadian currency. The suspects then fled the store.

On Wednesday, February 6, 2020, shortly after 11:30 p.m., two male suspects in disguise entered the Quik Chik Restaurant located at 1331 Main Street West. While one suspect interacted with the patrons, the second suspect obtained an undisclosed amount of Canadian currency. The suspects then fled the store.

Uniform Officers along with a K9 unit responded to the area and assisted in the investigation.

During both incidents, one suspect was in possession of a handgun and no one was physically injured.

With the information available at this time, police believe the two incidents are related.

The Hamilton Police BEAR Unit has taken over the investigations.

SUSPECTS

#One

• Male
• Caucasian
• 5’7” – 5’ 9” tall
• Medium build
• Dark clothing

#Two

• Male
• Caucasian
• 5’7” – 5’ 9” tall
• Medium build
• Dark clothing

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, you are asked to contact Detective Sergeant Andrea Torrie by calling 905-546-2991.

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

An occupant inside a silver Dodge Challenger brandished a handgun through a car window while cruising along the Barton Street East area of Hamilton. Police located and arrested two out of town residents.

On January 22, 2020, shortly after 1:00 a.m., Police located the reported suspicious vehicle travelling westbound on King Street East and Hughson Street South. The car was followed into a Pioneer Gas Station lot. One male exited the vehicle and briefly went inside the gas bar. When police approached the male outside he started acting suspiciously which brought some concern to the officer.  The officer then observed a butt end of a gun sticking out of a hip sack which was tucked under his arm. The 20-year-old male was placed under arrest. A fully loaded 45 Caliber handgun, magazine and money were seized from the male.

The 26-year-old driver of the Challenger was subsequently arrested for unlawful possession of a firearm and found to be breaching a probation order.

The two males were brought into Central Custody with their bail opposed.

Charged: Terrell Jamil Philbert (20-years-old) York, Ontario

Charges:

• Careless Use, Carry, Transport of Firearm
• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Occupant of Motor Vehicle knowing there was Firearm
• Carrying Concealed Weapon
• Tampering with the serial number of Firearm
• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
• Prohibited Firearm – Loaded

Charged: Kirk Hosten-Alexander (26-years-old) Brampton, Ontario

Charges:

• Possession Contrary to Order x 2
• Fail to Comply x 2
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Careless Use, Carry, Transport Firearm
• Occupant of Motor Vehicle knowing there was a firearm

If you have any further information relating to this case please call Central Patrol Staff Sergeant’s office at (905)546-4725 or Gangs Weapons Enforcement Unit (GWEU) at (905)546-2364. 

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