Hamilton Police have arrested and charged two males in connection with the City’s most recent homicide.

Investigators worked tirelessly during this investigation and on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 the Hamilton Police Major Crime Unit arrested two Hamilton men for First Degree Murder.

One male was arrested in the City of Vaughan while the other male was arrested in the City of Niagara Falls. Multiple units within the Hamilton Police Service played a vital role in the safe arrest of these individuals.

CHARGED:

Karzan KAKAMAD (26 years-of-age from Hamilton)

• First Degree Murder

Jagar HASAN (27 years-of-age from Hamilton)

• First Degree Murder

Now that charges are before the courts, investigators will not discuss evidence as it pertains to the case.

Prevention of gun violence is an issue across the province, it knows no borders. We continue to take a whole service approach to ensure all units are working to get guns off the streets, our officers are working diligently to keep our community safe. We need to continue working together to make sure Hamilton is a safe place for everyone.

Police continue to investigate and encourage anyone with information to contact Detective Dave 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