Hamilton Police continue to put pressure on those individuals and organizations dealing drugs in our community.

A Hamilton Police Major Drugs and Gangs Unit investigation led to the seizure of a large amount of cocaine, MDMA, oxycodone, illicit cannabis, psilocybin, as well as a large amount of cash and numerous firearms.

“We are committed to tackling gun violence and drug trafficking in our City. These issues threaten the safety of our neighbourhoods and the well-being of our residents. Our members are dedicated to getting these criminals off the streets and continuing to make Hamilton a safe place for everyone,” said Chief Frank Bergen.

On August 22, 2024, warrants were executed at an Ancaster residence, rural Burlington property and a motor vehicle. As a result, Police seized the following illicit drugs:

• Over one kilogram of cocaine
• Approximately seven kilograms of MDMA
• 33 kilograms of processed cannabis
• Over 250 grams of psilocybin
• Over 2,500 oxycodone pills

The street value of the seized drugs is estimated to be $632,685.

Police also seized the following:

• A large amount of cash, estimated to be between $200.000 - $250,000
• A 9 mm Prohibited handgun
• A .45 caliber handgun
• Ammunition
• A conducted energy weapon

Further, Police seized another restricted firearm and four non-restricted firearms to be held for a firearms prohibition hearing.

As a result of the investigation Nikolas Deschenes, a 34-year-old Ancaster man, was arrested and faces the following criminal charges:

• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
• Possession of Prohibited Firearm
• Possession Contrary to Order
• Possession Contrary to Order
• CDSA 5(2) – Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
• CDSA 5(2) – Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking - MDMA
• CDSA 5(2) – Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking - Oxycodone
• Cannabis Act 9(2) – Possession of Cannabis for the Purpose of Distributing
• Cannabis Act 10(2) – Possession of Cannabis for the Purpose of Selling
• Proceeds of Crime Over $5,000

A 31-year-old Burlington male is being sought by police and will be charged with the following:

• Careless Storage of a Firearm
• Possession of Prohibited Weapon
• CDSA 5(2) – Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Psilocybin

Anyone with any information in regards to this investigation can contact Detective Sergeant Steve Bereziuk of the Major Drugs and Gangs Unit at 905-546-3887.

 Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com.

The driver of the Nissan vehicle involved in the incident, who returned fire during the exchange, has been identified as Malcolm Davis, 25, of Hamilton. After striking two other vehicles in an attempt to flee, Davis crashed the vehicle near Gibson Avenue and fled the scene on foot.

An arrest warrant has been issued for Malcolm Davis, who is wanted for the following offences:

Discharge with Intent - Section 244(1) of the Criminal Code, for shooting a firearm at an unknown person on May 13, 2024.
Reckless Discharge of a Firearm - Section 244.2(1)(b) of the Criminal Code, for recklessly endangering the safety of others in the area of Cannon Street East and Kinrade Avenue on May 13, 2024.
Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm - Section 91(1) of the Criminal Code, for possessing a handgun on May 13, 2024.
Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm - Section 92(2) of the Criminal Code, for knowing he was not authorized to possess a handgun on May 13, 2024.
Possession of a Prohibited Firearm - Loaded - Section 95(1) of the Criminal Code, for possessing a loaded prohibited firearm on May 13, 2024.
Failure to Stop After an Accident - Section 320.16(1) of the Criminal Code, for failing to stop after colliding with a blue Hyundai motor vehicle at 33 Gibson Avenue on May 13, 2024.
Failure to Stop After an Accident - Section 320.16(1) of the Criminal Code, for failing to stop after colliding with a yellow Fiat motor vehicle at the intersection of Wilson Street and Gibson Avenue on May 13, 2024.
Dangerous Operation - Section 320.13(1) of the Criminal Code, for operating a motor vehicle on Cannon Street East while shooting a firearm out of the window, fleeing at high speed, and crashing into two motor vehicles on May 13, 2024.
Possession Contrary to Order - Section 117.01(1) of the Criminal Code, for possessing a firearm on May 13, 2024, while prohibited by an order issued on December 18, 2018, by Justice Zivolak.
Possession Contrary to Order - Section 117.01(1) of the Criminal Code, for possessing a firearm on May 13, 2024, while prohibited by an order issued on January 19, 2022, by Justice E.J. Lainevool.

Malcolm Davis should be considered armed and dangerous. If you encounter him, please call 911 immediately.
Investigators are encouraging Davis to seek legal counsel and turn himself in to police.

The investigation is ongoing as police continue efforts to identify the first suspect who shot at Davis in the alleyway. 
Investigators thank the public for their assistance, which has been crucial in the timely identification of an offender who recklessly discharged a firearm in public.

If you have any information regarding this or any other shooting, please contact the SRT at 905-546-4883 or email them at shootingresponseteam@hamiltonpolice.ca. 
To provide information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit an anonymous tip online at www.crimestoppershamilton.com.

Investigation One: 

On Tuesday, February 27, 2024, Hamilton Police executed two drug-related search warrants at separate residential addresses. The results of these warrants include the seizure of various illicit substances and items:

·      Fentanyl

·      Cocaine

·      Liquid Codeine

·      Psilocybin

·      Tazer

·      Butterfly knife

·      Cocaine Press

·      Money Counter

·      Shotgun

·      Over $5000 in Canadian Currency

Charged:

Marlon Hyatt, 35-years-old, Hamilton:

·      Two counts of CDSA 5(2) – Fentanyl

·      CDSA 5(2) – Cocaine

·      CDSA 5(2) - Oxycodone

·      CDSA 5(2) – Codeine

·      CDSA 5(2) – Psilocybin

·      Knowledge Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·      Two counts Possession of Prohibited Weapon

·      Two Counts Proceeds of Crime Over $5,000

·      Proceeds of Crime Under $5,000 Seven counts

·      Possession Contrary to Order

Jervais Whyte, 36-years-old, Hamilton:

·         CDSA 5(2) – Fentanyl

·         CDSA 5(2) – Cocaine

·         CDSA 5(2) - Oxycodone

·         Knowledge Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·         Two counts Possession of Prohibited Weapon

·         Proceeds of Crime Over $5,000

Krystal Bell, 35-years-old, Hamilton:

·         CDSA 5(2) – Fentanyl

·         CDSA 5(2) – Cocaine

·         CDSA 5(2) - Oxycodone

·         Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

·         Two counts of Possession of Prohibited Weapon

·         Proceeds of Crime Over $5,000

Amie Amaral, 34-years-old, Hamilton:

·         CDSA 5(2) – Fentanyl

·         CDSA 5(2) – Codeine

·         CDSA 5(2) – Psilocybin

·         Proceeds of Crime Over $5,000

Investigation Two: 

On Thursday, February 29, 2024, Hamilton Police executed a search warrant at a laundromat located at 447 Barton Street East. The investigation uncovered an underground and non-advertised dispensary for numerous illegal illicit drug products.

Charged:

Christopher Karns, 35-years-old, Hamilton:

·        Three counts of CDSA 5(2) Possession for the purpose of trafficking
– Fentanyl, Oxycodone and Psilocybin

·        Proceeds of Crime Under $5000

·        Possession for the purpose of distributing

·        Possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling

Additional charges of possession for the purpose of trafficking are expected to be laid after further testing by Health Canada. 
The investigations remain on going.

Combatting illicit drug trafficking requires the joint efforts of our entire community. By staying vigilant and reporting suspicious activities, together, we can build a safer and stronger Hamilton. Your collaboration is essential in maintaining a safe community for all.

Hamilton Police continue to investigate an assault with a weapon and are seeking the assistance of the public in locating, Tevahn ORR.

On Wednesday, March 15, 2023, Hamilton Police entered into an investigation and as a result, Tevahn Orr is wanted for multiple charges including the following;

• Assault with a Weapon
• Assault (choke)
• Assault Level One
• Mischief under $5000
• Four Counts of Breach of Recognizance

Tevahn Orr is described as:

• Male
• Black
• 5’8’’
• 150 lbs
• Medium build
• Short black hair
• Full beard

Tevahn Orr was last seen wearing a gray winter jacket, black sweatpants and white boots.

Tevahn Orr is considered armed and dangerous and actively evading police.

Tevahn Orr is also wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for First Degree Murder with the Edmonton Police Service and  wanted by Toronto Police Service.

If you have any information that could assist our investigators please call Division 30 Staff Sergeant 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

On Monday, June 20, shortly after 7:15 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to the area of Sherman Avenue and Biggar Avenue for an entry into a locked commercial compound after two suspects were observed on video by security.

The suspects were confronted by the on-site security guard, eventually resulting in them fleeing the area prior to police arrival.

As officers arrived on scene, a perimeter was set up and with the assistance of the Canine Unit, the suspects were located and arrested without incident.

Wright had her bail opposed, as there were warrants for Wright with both Hamilton Police and with Halton Regional Police. Hughes was subsequently released on an Undertaking.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Division 2 Staff Sergeant at 905-546-2963.

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 looking for a 35-year-old male fugitive, Jordan David Stone.

As a result of a criminal investigation, Stone is wanted for the following charges:

• Assault Cause Bodily Harm
• Fail To Comply with Probation X 4

Stone is known to frequent the Hamilton area, but also has ties to Niagara, London, and Brantford.

If he is observed, police ask that members of the public call 9-1-1, do not approach.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this crime or the whereabouts of Stone, you are asked to contact Constable Allison Hannah by calling 905-546-2905.

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 morning hours of Wednesday, March 16, 2022 Hamilton Police executed a residential search warrant in the area of Queenston Road and Delena Avenue South in the city’s east end.

Two adults and two youth were located, arrested and charged at the residence.

Police seized a quantity of cannabis, cocaine and methamphetamine valued at approximately $185,000.

A loaded Mossbery 12 gauge shotgun, a converted flare gun, believed to be capable of discharging ammunition, body armour, replica firearms, along with scales and ammunition 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.

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 continue to take guns off Hamilton streets.

This week Hamilton Police seized three firearms, all from separate incidents.

On Wednesday, September 22, 2021, shortly after 6:00 a.m., police were made aware of a possible impaired driver in the area of Gage Park. Officers located the vehicle and conducted their investigation, which subsequently lead to locating a loaded .40 calibre hand gun, 240g of Cocaine, 10.5g Fentanyl and 110 Oxycontin pills.

Osman had his bail opposed.

On Thursday, September 23, 2021, Hamilton Police Gangs and Weapons Enforcement Unit executed a warrant on a residence on Dundas Street. From the warrant, police seized a 9mm semi-auto handgun with a high capacity magazine capable of holding 30 rounds, over 500 grams of processed marijuana, over $12,000 cash and paraphernalia to support trafficking.

Lampman was held for a bail hearing and Mah was released by way of Undertaking with conditions.

On Friday, September 24, 2021, members of Division 3 H.E.A.T executed a search warrant at a downtown apartment and arrested two individuals. A search of the residence located a loaded 9mm firearm.

Both Sakr and Moss 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 keep our community safe.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into these crimes, you are asked to contact police by calling 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 November 23, 2020, at approximately 3:00 a.m., a lone male robbed a variety store located on Upper Wellington Street. The male arrived in a red sports utility vehicle, parked at the side of the building, entered the store in disguise and robbed the clerk by indicating he had a gun. A firearm was seen. An undisclosed amount of cash was taken and the suspect fled in the SUV. The clerk did not sustain any physical injuries.

On November 23, 2020, at approximately 6:00 a.m., the male described earlier arrived at another variety store located on Upper Wellington Street in the same SUV. The male indicated he had a firearm and robbed the clerk of an undisclosed amount of cash. He fled in the SUV and the clerk did not sustain any physical injuries.

Through continued investigation, a Hamilton man was identified as being responsible for the robberies and on Monday, December 21, 2020, plainclothes officers attended a residence on the West Mountain. The male was arrested without incident after exiting his residence.

On Tuesday, December 22, 2020, search warrants were granted for the suspect’s residence and vehicle. Investigators located evidence related to the robbery inside the residence. The male has been charged with several offences and remains in police custody.

ARRESTED

• Cody FRANKO, 32-years-of-age, from Hamilton

CHARGES

• Robbery with a Firearm X2
• Disguise with Intent X2

If you have any information related to this investigation, you are asked to contact Hamilton Police Service BEAR Unit Investigators – Detective Constable Adam Krasulja at (905) 546-8935 or Acting Detective Sergeant Frank De Vuono at (905) 546-8937.

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, July 27, 2020, shortly before 1:30 p.m., Hamilton Police observed a white BMW sedan in front of a residence in the area of Wellington Street North and Wilson Street. At that time, two male occupants exited the vehicle and entered the residence. An investigation into the status of the vehicle revealed the licence plates were recently reported as stolen. A few moments later, one of the males returned to the vehicle, opened the trunk and removed another set of licence plates. He was arrested without incident, the second male noted the presence of police and fled back into the residence. During the search of the residence police located another male hiding. He was found to be in possession of an airsoft handgun and flare gun with active flares. He was arrested after police learned there was a warrant for his arrest. The male who fled into the residence was able to escape through a rear exit. Police continue to work on establishing his identity.

As police continued the investigation of the male at the BMW, they located evidence to support the trafficking of illicit drugs. The male was advised he would be facing additional drug-related charges.

The two males were taken into police custody and are scheduled to have their matter addressed at the John Sopinka Courthouse later today.

CHARGED

• 29-year-old Hamilton man

CHARGES

• Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Heroin
• Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Methamphetamine
• Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Hydromorphone
• Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Oxycodone
• Possession of proceeds of crime under $5000
• Possession of stolen property under $5000
• Fail to comply probation X3

CHARGED

• 45-year-old male of no fixed address

CHARGES

• Fail to comply with release order
• Warrant execution

SEIZED

• Purple Heroin - Approximate value of $10,260
• Crystal Meth – Approximate value of  $5000
• Hydromorphone – Approximate value of $90
• Oxy's – Approximate value of  $400
• Flare gun and flares
• CO2 air pistol
• Ontario licence plates
• Undisclosed amount of Canadian currency

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact the Division One Staff Sergeant’s office by calling 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

A proactive investigation by Hamilton Police has resulted in the seizure of illicit drugs, cash and prohibited weapons.

In June of 2020, Hamilton Police began a drug investigation into illicit drug activity at local hotels. Their investigation led them to a suspect they believed was dealing large amounts of illicit narcotics.

On Friday, June 19, 2020, search warrant was granted in regards to a hotel room located at a hotel in the area of the QEW and Centennial Parkway North.

A short time later, police were in the hotel parking lot observing the suspect’s vehicle. They observed the suspect and a second male inside this vehicle. The parties were arrested without incident. A search of one male revealed he was in possession of illicit drugs and the second male was in possession of cash.

A search of the vehicle also recovered a number of illicit drugs and two prohibited weapons.

Hamilton Police Vice and Drug investigators then attended the hotel room where the suspect was staying and executed the search warrant. Inside, police located illicit drugs, cash and additional evidence to support drug trafficking.

The investigation resulted in the seizure of over $29,000 in Canadian currency and illicit drugs with a street value of $82,580.

The two males were taken into police custody and appeared for a bail hearing on Saturday, June 20, 2020.

SEIZED

Fentanyl valued at $39,000

Methamphetamine valued at $24,750

Cocaine valued at $15,800

Oxycodone pills valued at $900

GHB valued at $2000

Hydromorphone pills valued at $70

Ecstasy pills valued at $60

CHARGED

Jesse CARTER, 25-year-old male of no fixed address

CHARGES

Possession for the purpose of trafficking -Methamphetamine (Joint)

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Oxycodone (Joint)

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Gamma Hydroxybutyrate-GHB (Joint)

Possession of a prohibited weapon - Conductive Energy Weapon (Joint)

Possession of a prohibited weapon - Brass Knuckles (Joint)

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Methamphetamine

Possession of proceeds of crime under $5,000

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Fentanyl

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Cocaine

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Gamma Hydroxybutyrate-GHB

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Oxycodone

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - 3,4-methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA) (Ecstasy)

Possession of proceeds of crime over $5,000

CHARGED

Joshua FORBES, 26-year-old male from Hamilton

CHARGES

Possession for the purpose of trafficking -Methamphetamine (Joint)

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Oxycodone (Joint)

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Gamma Hydroxybutyrate-GHB (Joint)

Possession of a prohibited weapon - Conductive Energy Weapon (Joint)

Possession of a prohibited weapon - Brass Knuckles (Joint)

Possession Contrary to Order- Brass Knuckles

Possession Contrary to Order- Conductive Energy Weapon

Fail to Comply with Release Order, Do Not Possess Weapon- Brass Knuckles

Fail to Comply with Release Order, Do Not Possess Weapon- Conductive Energy Weapon

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Methamphetamine

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Oxycodone

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Fentanyl

Possession for the purpose of trafficking - Hydromorphone

Possession of proceeds of crime under $5,000

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact detective Sergeant Jason Cattle by calling 905-546-3887.

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

On April 16, 2020, Hamilton Police executed a search warrant at a Wentworth Street North commercial property in Hamilton. The pop-up scrap metal business was buying stolen scrap metal and selling it at a later date out of sea containers and concrete outbuildings during a 24/7 operation.

Police launched an investigation when concerns developed about non-conventional business practices performing within the confines of the property. When Police and City Bylaw executed a search warrant they identified several Bylaw and Criminal offences were occurring.

At the time, 14 people were located living inside sea containers when officers discovered evidence of drug use, $10,000 worth of stolen property, three wanted parties and a male breaching court conditions. The grounds were littered with garbage and unkempt items while operating as an unlicensed business.

Bylaw Charges:

• 2 Licensing Charges (operating without a business licence)
• 6 Yard Maintenance Charges
• 1 EMCPA Charge (Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act) – (operating non-essential business)

Hamilton Police are looking to speak with the scrap business owners as the investigation continues. The displaced individuals were all supported with alternate living arrangements.

Items Recovered

• CO2 C8 air rifle
• Lincoln welder
• 6 Dynaglow industrial heaters
• Ipower gas generator
• Stihl concrete saw
• Makita hammer drill – auger
• 2 air compressors
• Gas power pressure washer
• Industrial exhaust fan
• Chainsaw and reciprocating saw

If you are the rightful owner of one of the listed items or can assist with information about this investigation, please contact Detective Constable Brian Wren at (905) 546-8925 or for any City Bylaw questions, please contact Acting Manager Licensing and Bylaw Services Adam Palmieri at Adam.Palmieri@hamilton.ca.

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 looking for an individual involved in a shooting incident at a residential home on Keith Street in Hamilton. A warrant for his arrest has been obtained.

On February 25, 2020, shortly after 9:30 a.m., a male and female sleeping inside their Keith Street residence awoke to someone knocking at their front door. A male entered the home and engaged in an argument with the male resident which led to him being shot in the leg. The suspect left the area in a vehicle. This is considered to be a targeted incident.

The victim was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Police have identified the outstanding suspect as Marlin Wilson of Stoney Creek. The firearm has not been located and he is considered to be armed and dangerous. Wilson is known to move in and out of neighbouring GTA communities with ties to Toronto.

WANTED: Marlin Wilson (40-years-old) Stoney Creek resident

• Black male
• 40 years old
• Skinny build
• 6 feet in height
• Tattoos on neck
• Blue/white track pants
• Blue hoodie overtop his head
• Black winter jacket

Charges:

• Possession of Firearm
• Knowledge of Possession of Firearm
• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
• Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a Firearm
• Careless Use/Transport of Firearm
• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Point Firearm X 2
• Possession Contrary to Order X 3
• Aggravated Assault
• Robbery with Firearm
• Utter Threats to Cause Death
• Mischief Under $5000

If you have information that could assist with this investigation please call Detective Constable John Arcaro at (905) 546-13818 or Acting  Detective Sergeant Amanda Gill at (905)546-3833.  

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

A Hamilton couple was arrested yesterday after a lengthy drug investigation on the Hamilton Mountain. They are scheduled to appear in court later today.

Members of the Hamilton Police Gangs and Weapons Enforcement Unit commenced an investigation focusing on a mountain residence and its occupants.

On Wednesday, February 19, 2020, an application for a Controlled Drugs and Substance search warrant was submitted to the courts. The warrant was granted the same day for a residence in the area of the Red Hill Valley Expressway and Mud Street West as well as two associated vehicles.

Shortly after 12:00 p.m., a male related to the identified residence was observed operating a vehicle in the area of Stone Church Road and Upper Ottawa Street. With assistance from the Emergency Response Unit he was arrested without incident and taken into police custody. While conducting the arrest procedure, police located a mixture of fentanyl and heroin. A short time later, the second party related to the identified residence returned and she was arrested without incident. During the execution of the warrant, police located loaded firearms, illicit drugs and other evidence to support the trafficking of illicit drugs. All items were seized as evidence and lodged for court proceedings.

A 29-year-old Hamilton man and 33-year-old Hamilton woman are scheduled to appear at the John Sopinka Courthouse later today to answer to several criminal charges.

SEIZED

• Loaded handgun X2 – Glock
• Ammunition
• Cocaine – Street value $3910
• Fentanyl- Street value $4800
• Hydromorphone pills – Street value $280
• Undisclosed amount of Canadian Currency

CHARGED

• Hamilton man, 29-years-of-age

CHARGES

• Possession of controlled substance for trafficking – Fentanyl/Heroin
• Possession of controlled substance for trafficking – Cocaine
• Possession of a prohibited weapon
• Possession contrary to court order X3
• Possession contrary to prohibition order x 2
• Possession of proceeds of crime under $5000
• Possession of proceeds of crime over $5000
• Several firearms-related charges

CHARGED

• Hamilton woman, 33-years-of-age

CHARGES

• Possession of proceeds of crime under $5000
• Possession of proceeds of crime over $5000
• Possession of controlled substance for trafficking – Cocaine
• Several firearms-related charges

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime, you are asked to contact Detective Sergeant Jason Cattle by calling 905-546-3887.

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 Vice and Drugs Unit have seized over $110,000.00 worth of street drugs from a Grimsby address. A male and female with ties to the address have been arrested and charged with several criminal offences.

On February 12, 2020, shortly after 11:30 a.m., police observed a male and female exit from a home known for trafficking Methamphetamine. The couple left in a pick-up truck and drove to Lake Street and Bartlett Street in Stoney Creek where they were stopped and placed under arrest. They were both transported back to Central Custody and charged with multiple drug offences with their bail opposed.

Later that afternoon police executed a search warrant at the Grimsby residence and located drugs, stolen property and Canadian Currency.

Seized Items

• Silver Revolver 357 – airsoft gun
• Prohibited weapon - Knife
• Gamma Hydroxybutyrate (GHB) –10 litres
• Methamphetamine – 38 grams
• Cocaine – 970 grams
• Cocaine – 28 grams
• Oxycodone pills – 200 pills
• Digital scale x 2
• Canadian Currency excess of $5000

Street Value of Drugs ($110,000.00)

• Cocaine - $97,000.00
• GHB - $6000.00
• Methamphetamine - $3800.00
• Oxycodone - $2000

Stolen Property Located:

• High-end bicycles
• Brand new power tools
• Cement saw
• Several brand new snow blowers

Hamilton Police B.E.A.R. Unit has taken over the stolen property investigation. Information on these items will be shared at a later date.

Charged: Gabe Sciarra (39-years) Grimsby resident

• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Gamma Hydroxybutyrate (GHB) x 2
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Oxycodone x 2
• Proceeds of Crime over $5000
• Possession of Prohibited Weapon
• Fail to Comply with Recognizance x 2

Kathleen McKenna (37-years) Hamilton resident

• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Gamma Hydroxybutyrate (GHB)
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Oxycodone
• Proceeds of Crime over $5000

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with this investigation please contact Detective Sergeant Jason Cattle of the Vice and Drug Unit: (905) 546-3887.

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 male and female inside a west Mountain residence for drug trafficking.

On January 31, 2020, police conducted a drug warrant in an outbuilding in the area of Mohawk Road West and Garth Street in Hamilton. The building had been renovated into an apartment type residence. During the search, police located a couple living inside with evidence of drug trafficking. Police also located a 22 calibre handgun, ammunition, drugs and Canadian Currency.

Both parties were arrested and brought into custody with their bail opposed.

Seized Items

• Handgun – semi-auto, 22 calibre
• 30 grams of Cocaine – Value $3000
• 15 grams of Crack Cocaine - $1500
• Canadian Currency
• Digital scales, cell phones

Charged: Jamal Webster (Male, 31-years-old) Hamilton resident

• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine x 2
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Opioid
• Proceeds of Crime under $5000

Charged: Samantha Lynn Fraser (28-years-old) Hamilton resident

• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
• Fail to Comply with Recognizance
• Fail to Comply with Probation Adult x 3
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Opioid

If you have any further information relating to this case please call Mountain HEAT Unit, Sergeant Matt Reed at (905) 546-2447.

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

In February 2019, the Hamilton Police Service Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit began an investigation into an individual in possession of child pornography. The male suspect was identified as residing in Hamilton and a search warrant was executed at his dwelling on Thursday, October 31, 2019, by members of the Hamilton ICE Unit, Technological Crime Unit and Division 10 Uniform Patrol.

A 37-year-old male was arrested, charged and brought before the courts. A forensic examination of devices capable of storing digital media is ongoing and it is possible that further charges may be filed.

CHARGED

• Ryan BATCHELOR (37 years) of Hamilton

CHARGES

• Possession of Child Pornography x 2

The Hamilton Police Service is a member of the Ontario Provincial Strategy to Combat Internet Child Exploitation. This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

If you have any information that you believe could assist with these investigations into these crimes you are asked to contact any member of the ICE unit by calling 905-540-5247.

If you have any information in regards to this individual or incident you can provide information anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or by submitting your anonymous tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com

In September of 2019, the Hamilton Police Service – Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE) initiated an investigation after being contacted by the security department of a local business wishing to report one of their employees.

A search warrant was executed and a number of devices capable of storing digital media were seized. Investigators categorized the media files and found that the suspect was in possession of over 500 digital media files of child pornography.

The suspect was arrested on Monday, October 28, 2019, and was later released on a recognizance of bail.

CHARGED

• Eduardas POVILAUSKAS, 56-years-old, from Hamilton

CHARGE

• Possession of Child Pornography

The Hamilton Police Service is a member of the Ontario Provincial Strategy to combat Internet Child Exploitation. This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

If you have any information that you believe could assist with these investigations into these crimes you are asked to contact any member of the ICE unit by calling 905-540-5247.

If you have any information in regards to this individual or incident you can provide information anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or by submitting your anonymous tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com

On Monday, August 5, 2019, between 10:00 p.m. and 10:50 p.m., two males broke into an apartment building located at 10 Village Green Boulevard. They attended the underground parking lot and entered several vehicles, stealing various personal items. Security cameras captured the males entering the lobby.

Hamilton Police was notified of the incident the following morning. The scene was processed and evidence was collected.

Through investigation, the suspects were identified. Surveillance video is believed to have assisted in identifying the suspects.

On Sunday, August 11, 2019, shortly before 8:00 p.m., one of the theft suspects was involved in an altercation at Center Mall located at 1149 Barton Street East. As a result of that incident, he was arrested and the warrant for this arrest related to the vehicle entries was executed.

He was taken into police custody and is scheduled to appear in court later today.

The second suspect has been identified and he is currently in police custody. He will be brought before the courts in the coming days.

The investigation into other car entry thefts remains open and there is a potential for additional charges.

CHARGED

• 40–year-old male of no fixed address

CHARGES

• Break and Enter
• Mischief under $500 X17
• Theft under $5000 X11

SUSPECT

• 24–year-old male of no fixed address

CHARGES

• Break and Enter
• Mischief under $500 X17
• Theft under $5000 X11

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Detective Constable Chelsea Knowles by calling 905-546-2921.

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, July 17, 2019, Hamilton Police applied for and was granted a search warrant for a residence in the area of for Cannon Street East and Sherman Avenue North.

Shortly after 4:30 p.m., Andrew Erneston was observed exiting the residence and was arrested. He was found to be in possession of a conducted energy weapon and an undisclosed amount of Canadian currency.  A short time later, members of the Gangs Weapons Enforcement, Vice and Drugs and Emergency Response Units entered the residence and executed the search warrant. Brittany Lupton was located inside the residence and was found to be in possession of Fentanyl and a prohibited weapon.

During the search, Hamilton Police seized the following items:

• Flick knives X3
• Conducted energy weapons X2
• Crossbow 
• Num Chucks
• Ammunition
• Airsoft guns X6 
• Undisclosed amount of Canadian currency
• Codeine pills X84
• Psilocybin - 35 grams
• Purple heroin (mixture of Fentanyl and Heroin) -12 grams 
• Drug paraphernalia
• Beer bottles (X4) believed to be Molotov cocktails-sent for analysis (pending results, additional charges could be laid)

CHARGED

• Andrew Ernestsons, male 33-years of age from Hamilton
• Britney Lupton, female 29-years-of -age from Hamilton  

JOINT CHARGES

• Possession of controlled substance-Codeine
• Possession of controlled substance-Fentanyl
• Possession of controlled substance-Heroin
• Possession of controlled substance-Psilocybin
• Possession of a prohibited weapon - Conducted Energy Weapon
• Possession of a prohibited weapon - Hand Crossbow
• Possession of a prohibited weapon - Num Chucks
• Possession of a prohibited weapon X3 - Flick Knives

ADDITIONAL CHARGES - ERNESTON

• Possession of a prohibited weapon - Conducted Energy Weapon
• Possession Contrary to Prohibition Order X6

Erneston and Lupton appeared at the  John Sopinka Courthouse on Thursday, July 18, 2019, to answer to the charges. 

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Detective Sergeant Jason Cattle by calling 905-546-3887.

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 and Niagara Regional Police have been involved in a joint project since the fall of 2018 into the criminal activity of a 49-year-old Niagara man.

On Wednesday, April 17, 2019, Hamilton Police BEAR Unit, Ground Search Unit and Niagara Regional Police Detectives attended the West Lincoln address and executed a search warrant. The search of the large rural property included three separate residences a large garage and seven outbuildings.

The following stolen items were located:

• 45ft Laredo Recreational Trailer $60,000
• Bobcat Excavator $40,000
• Infinity vehicle $30,000
• U-Haul Trailer $10,000
• 16ft Utility Trailer $10,000
• Suzuki Motor Cycle $ 5,000
• Variety of stolen license plates

Police are still investigating as most of the stolen items have been altered from their original state and it will take investigators some time to properly identify the origin of the property.

The Niagara male remains under investigation and charges will be laid at a later date.

One separate male on the property was arrested on an outstanding warrant with Niagara Regional Police and Hamilton Police Service.

If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation you are asked to contact Detective Constable Brian Wren (905) 546-8925 or Detective Sergeant Andrea Torrie (905) 546-2991.

On Wednesday, March 27, 2019, shortly after 10:00 a.m., Hamilton Police responded to a call for an unwanted guest at a residence located in the area of Grandville Avenue and Violet Drive. Preliminary information provided to police described a male was originally allowed to stay at the residence for approximately two weeks but when the owner asked him to leave he refused.

Once on scene, officers were informed by the owner that the male had become agitated and paranoid so they determined it would be better if he left and after making multiple requests for him to leave, contacted police.

Hamilton police engaged the male who refused to respond to their numerous requests for him to leave. He was arrested under the Trespass to Property Act, for failing to leave the premise when directed. During the arrest procedure, the male became assaultive towards police. He was eventually secured and taken into police custody.

Throughout the entire process, the male refused to identify himself. Police officers were later able to confirm his identity and learned there was a Canada-wide warrant for his arrest.

The male who is of no fixed address will appear today at the John Sopinka Court House to answer to the charges.

CHARGED

• Male 39-years-of-age, of no fixed address

CHARGES

• Assault resist arrest X2
• Unlawfully at large

On Thursday, February 21, 2019, shortly after 1:30 a.m., a Hamilton Police officer was on proactive patrol in the area of King William Street East and Emerald Street North. At that time the officer’s attention was drawn to a Red Chevrolet Uplander minivan that was stopped at the intersection on a green light. A male was observed standing at the driver’s side window conversing with the driver. A preliminary investigation revealed the registered owner of the vehicle was a suspended driver. The vehicle proceeded to drive off and a short distance away a traffic stop was conducted. As police conversed with the driver they learned he was the registered owner. Further investigation revealed he was under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested without incident for driving while suspended and impaired operation of a motor vehicle.

Police located a male sitting in the rear of the van, not wearing his seatbelt. Being in violation of the Highway Traffic Act, police requested he identify himself. The male refused and was arrested. During the search of the male, police located items which suggested possible drug activity. Eventually, identification was located for the male and the subsequent investigation into his identity revealed outstanding arrest warrants with Peel Regional and the Hamilton Police. Additionally, he was also bound by court orders which he was violating.

A search of the cabin area between the driver and passenger resulted in police locating an undisclosed amount of cocaine.

The passenger was taken into police custody and held for a bail hearing.

The driver was taken into police custody and later released. He will appear in court on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, to answer to the driving-related charges and Wednesday, March 20, for the drug charge.

The motor vehicle will be impounded for a seven day period.

The cocaine was seized as evidence.

CHARGED

• Camiche Lual, 28-year-of age, from Brampton

CHARGES

• Possession of a controlled substance - Cocaine
• Fail to comply Probation X3
• Fail to comply Recognizance

Warrant executed for failure to comply probation

CHARGED

• 53-year-old Hamilton man

CHARGES

• Possession of a controlled substance – Cocaine
• Operate conveyance while impaired
• Operate conveyance excess alcohol 80mg/100ml blood

Hamilton Police have arrested a male and female after a search warrant on James Street South yields cocaine and a large quantity of cash.

On November 21, 2018 shortly after 5:30 a.m., Hamilton Police executed a search warrant on an apartment on James Street South. Police conducted a search and located $500 worth of cocaine and a large quantity of Canadian Currency. During the search, PSD Chase brought attention to a piece of furniture in the residence. When officers dismantled the unit, they discovered over $50,000 concealed in a secret compartment.

The male occupant was arrested and held for a bail hearing. The female resident was released with a Promise to Appear at a future date.

Charged

Dondre Palmer, 26-years-old, Hamilton

• Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
• Possession of proceeds of crime over $5000

Charged

Female, 30-years-old, Hamilton 

• Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
• Possession of proceeds of crime over $5000

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

On June 13, 2018, just shortly before 9:00 am, Hamilton Police BEAR Unit and East End HEAT units were in the area of Main Street and Arrowhead Lane in Grimsby, Ontario investigating stolen property and drug activity related to Project Daybreak.

As a result of our investigation Gabe Sciarra was arrested leaving his residence, he was found in possession of a quantity of methamphetamine, cocaine, and drug paraphernalia related to the sale of drugs.

Police then executed a search warrant on his residence and located a quantity of drugs including crystal meth, cocaine and magic mushroom. In addition police seized 10 firearms and a large quantity of stolen property including a steel palm tree that had been reported to the media.

Gabe Sciarra 37-years-of-age from Grimsby appeared in court today and has been charged with:

• CDSA 5(2)- Meth
• CDSA 5(2)- Cocaine
• CDSA 5(2)- Oxys
• CDSA 5(2)- Psilocybin
• Possession of Stolen Property over $5000 (bulk: over 100 recovered stolen items in excess of $25,000 in value)
• Careless Storage of Firearms
• Unauthorized Possession of Prohib Weapon x3
• Possession of Loaded Firearm x2
• If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with the investigation into this crime you are asked to contact Sergeant Jonathon CURTIS by calling 905-546-2447 or Detective Sergeant Emidio EVANGELISTA 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