The unidentified suspect visited Village Cannabis, using a tablet to select products from the menu. During the transaction, as the employee turned away to retrieve the requested items, the suspect revealed a firearm, demanding the products with the statement, "give it to me, give it to me." Fortunately, the suspect was unsuccessful and fled eastbound on King Street East. Thankfully, no physical injuries were sustained during the robbery.

Suspect description is as follows:

·         Female

·         Black

·         Approximately in her 30s

·         Medium to heavy build

·         Eyelash extensions

·         Attire – Black puffy winter jacket and a light-coloured scarf covering her face

Anyone with information regarding the identity of the suspect or any details related to the investigation is urged to contact:

·         Detective Constable Sarah Ricker at 905-546-8938

·         Detective Sergeant Shane Groombridge at 905-546-2991

For those wishing to provide information anonymously, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit tips online at Crime Stoppers Hamilton.

Hamilton Police appreciate the cooperation of the community in assisting with this investigation. Your information could be crucial in ensuring a safe resolution to this case. Together, let's make our community safer.

Constable Brandon Terdik has been charged after he pointed his service firearm at another Hamilton Police member during his shift on October 23, 2021.

Charges:

• Point Firearm
• Careless Use of a Firearm

The officer has been suspended with pay. He has been released on an undertaking and will appear in court on November 25, 2021 at 9:00 a.m.

The matter is now before the courts. Out of respect for the court process, Hamilton Police Service will not be providing further comment.