On Wednesday, November 6, shortly after 4:30 a.m., a Hamilton Police officer on proactive patrol observed a black Ford F150 pick-up truck drive behind a business located in the area of Wilson Street West and Portia Drive. Once the driver realized the police were present, the vehicle turned around as the driver made attempts to evade police. The vehicle failed to stop despite the activation of lights and sirens on the police cruiser. Due to the lack of vehicular traffic and speeds being slightly above the posted speed limit, police maintained a safe distance behind the suspect vehicle as it proceeded through several communities ending up in a survey in the area of Garth Street and Stone Church Road West. The driver exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot; however, he was secured by police are resisting.

Through investigation, police learned two warrants of arrest existed for the driver, a 34-year-old Glanbrook man. A further background investigation revealed he was bound by a court order and his arrest signified a violation to that order. Additionally, his licence was also suspended by the Ministry of Transportation in relation to previous incidents.

The driver was taken into police custody and held for a bail hearing. He is scheduled to appear in court later today to answer to criminal charges.

The pick-up truck was seized in accordance with the Ontario Highway Traffic Act VIP Program. It will be impounded for seven days.

SEIZED

• 1995 Ford F150

CHARGED

• 34-year-old Glanbrook man

CHARGES

• Flight from police
• Fail to comply probation
• Warrants executed (2) - Hamilton and neighbouring police service

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On Sunday, June 9, 2019, shortly after 8:00 a.m., while on proactive patrol, police observed a black pick-up truck operating in the area of Barton Street East and Kensington Avenue North. The officer’s attention was drawn to the fact the vehicle was travelling faster than others. At that time it was noted the vehicle was not displaying a rear licence plate. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver failed to produce the necessary documents.

Through investigation, police determined the driver’s licence was suspended. He was placed under arrest and while police conducted a search of him he was found to be in possession of approximately 5 grams of Methamphetamine. He was advised of the additional charge.

A search of the vehicle resulted in the recovery of the following:

• Methamphetamine – 6 grams
• Black pellet
• Bear spray
• Drug paraphernalia
• Undisclosed amount of Canadian currency

The driver was taken into police custody where police learned he was bound by several court orders. His arrest signified violations to those orders. He was advised of the additional charges.

The male is scheduled to appear at the John Sopinka Courthouse on Monday, June 10, 2019, to answer to the charges.

The vehicle was seized for seven days in accordance with the Ontario Highway Traffic Act.

The pellet gun and bear spray were submitted for destruction.

CHARGED

• Hamilton man, 43-years-of-age

CHARGES

• Possession of controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine
• Possession of proceeds of crime under $5000
• Drive while under suspension
• Fail to comply recognizance X2
• Fail to comply probation X2

On Wednesday, April 3, 2019, shortly after 8:00 p.m., a Hamilton Police officer observed an unplated motorcycle being operated on Woodward Avenue north of Melvin Avenue. A traffic stop was conducted with the intention of confirming the status of the motorcycle, its rider and to address the Ontario Highway Traffic Act violation. Through investigation, police learned the licence of the rider had been suspended and he was arrested. During a search of the rider, police located an undisclosed amount of Crystal Meth along with other evidence supporting the trafficking of illicit drugs. He was advised of the additional charge in relation to the possession of the drugs.

A further investigation by the BEAR Unit into the status of the motorcycle is required. It has been seized by police. Additional charges related to the motorcycle are pending.

The rider was bound by a court order for failing to appear in court. He was taken into police custody and is scheduled to appear at the John Sopinka Courthouse on Thursday, April 4, 2019, to answer to the criminal charge.

The rider was also issued several court summonses in relation to the Ontario Highway Traffic Act violations. He is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday, May 1, 2019.

CHARGED

• 30-year-old Stoney Creek man

CHARGES

• Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Methamphetamine
• Drive motor vehicle – no plates
• Drive while under suspension
• Fai to surrender permit for motor vehicle
• Fail to have insurance card

On Sunday, March 10, 2019, shortly after 12:30 p.m., Hamilton Police were in the area of Glassco Avenue North and Dunsmure Road. At that time a silver Mercedes Benz sedan was observed operating without a front licence plate on Dumsure Road. Recognizing the Highway Traffic Act violation police followed the vehicle which then turned into a driveway on Glassco Avenue. The driver immediately exited the vehicle and was recognized as a known suspended driver. He was arrested for 'Driving while under suspension.' As such police were authorized to impound the Mercedes Benz for seven days.

Through investigation, police determined the existence of several other Highway Traffic Act violations.

The driver, an 18-year-old Hamilton man was issued three court summons and will appear in court on Monday, April 8, 2019, to answer to the charges.

The Mercedes Benz had been sold approximately six months prior and police learned the Ministry of Transportation had not been notified of the change of ownership. Under the Highway Traffic Act, the purchaser of a vehicle has six days to register as the new owner or be subjected to fines. As a result of being operated by a suspended driver, the vehicle was impounded for seven days as per the Highway Traffic Act legislation.

CHARGED

• 18–year-old male from Hamilton

CHARGES

• Drive while under suspension
• Fail to display two licence plates
• Drive motor vehicle no currently validated permit

During the investigation into the suspended driver, a male associated with him attended the scene. The driver directed the unknown male to position his vehicle where it could prevent the Mercedes Benz from being towed. The male entered a grey Mitsubishi Outlander, drove it around the block and returned at a high rate of speed. The police cruiser was parked preventing the male from completing his action. Although the road conditions at the time were poor due to snow and ice conditions the male continued to attempt to reposition his vehicle by driving on the sidewalk and across a lawn at an unsafe speed. Police were able to safely secure the vehicle.

The driver was arrested for Obstruct Peace Officer and Dangerous Operation of a motor vehicle. He will appear in court on Monday, April 8, 2019, to answer to the criminal charges.

CHARGED

• 19-year-old male from Hamilton

CHARGES

• Obstruct peace officer
• Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle

Between Saturday, December 15, 2018, and Sunday, December 19, 2018, Hamilton Police investigated driving incidents involving a grey BMW. Due to efforts by the driver, police were unable to safely conduct traffic stops; however, police were able to identify the driver. The investigation revealed the status of the suspect driver’s licence was disqualified for life, after multiple suspensions for driving infractions.

On Tuesday, December 18, 2018, shortly before 8:30 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to a disturbance call in the area of Dewitt Road and Highway #8, Stoney Creek. The parties involved left in a vehicle prior to police arrival. A short time later the vehicle was spotted by police and a traffic stop was conducted. The officer recognized one of the passengers as the person suspected to be responsible for several driving violations over the weekend. During those incidents, the driver was able to evade police. Additional officers were called for assistance and the suspect was arrested without incident.

A 21-year-old Stoney Creek man appeared in court on Wednesday, December 19, 2018, to answer to the charges.

CHARGED

• Stefan Krstanovic- 21 years from Stoney Creek

CHARGES

• Operate Motor Vehicle while Prohibited
• Fail to Comply Probation X3

On Thursday, October 25, 2018, shortly before 9:45 p.m., police observed a blue Ford Taurus, travelling northbound on Hess Street South approaching Main Street West, Hamilton. The vehicle proceeded to make a right turn on Main Street and then attempted to parallel park, partially in a live lane, just east of Hess. This unsafe action caused the officer to investigate the status of the vehicle and the driver.

Police learned the driver’s licence of the registered owner for the vehicle was currently under two suspensions. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was confirmed to be the registered owner. The driver was arrested and during the investigation, police identified he was in possession of crystal meth.

The driver was released on a Promise to Appear. He is scheduled for a court appearance on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, for possession of the drugs.

The driver was additionally issued a Court Summons. He is scheduled for a court appearance on November 26, 2018, for driving while under suspension.

An undisclosed amount of crystal meth has been seized as evidence.

CHARGED

• Male – 28 years from Hamilton

CHARGES

• Possession of Controlled Substance-Methamphetamine
• Drive while Under Suspension