Hamilton Police continue to investigate the murder of Alexander Circiumaru on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 on the street in front of 119 King Street West, Hamilton. 

Homicide investigators can now confirm, with the public’s assistance, police have recovered the black Honda Civic used by the shooter. This vehicle was located in Hamilton’s east end and detectives continue to investigate the movements of this vehicle around the city both before and after the shooting. 

Investigators have also reviewed video footage from numerous cameras in the area in an attempt to identify the suspect(s) involved in this murder.  

The shooter is described as follows:

·        Male

·        Wearing black clothing with a hood over his head

·        Gloves

·        Facemask

Police are releasing this photograph of the shooter as captured from cameras in the area. 

As the family of Alexander Circiumaru mourns the loss of their beloved son and brother, they have chosen to share a letter conveying their thoughts and emotions during this challenging period.
              Statement of the Family of Alexander Circiumaru

     We have no words to express our heartbreak – we can only keep praying for justice. The man who maliciously, with no care for human life, took our son Alexander Lee Circiumaru on 3-6-24 will be brought to justice. The individual has no right to be a part of society and to be free. You're a danger to this world.

     We want to say how much gratitude we have for the man who was willing to help our son with CPR. We also want to thank the first responders, paramedics, police and anyone who witnessed and was able to give statements. Genuinely, thank you all. Those who were willing to allow us to move the vigil in behind the glass. Those who stopped and gave respect at the vigil. The staff at Donald V Brown funeral home and the cemetery where Alexander is buried. Anyone who has prayed for us and still do. We are forever grateful.     

     We ask and beg anyone who knows anything, please come forward. You can be anonymous with Crime Stoppers at 1-800-crimestoppers. This is our son. His life was just beginning. Try, just try putting yourself in our shoes. How can anyone take Alexander's life and the evil, hated way he was gunned down.      

     Focus on finding justice. Do not let our son's name be forgotten. He was loving, kind, caring and had a good heart. He was a little brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and grandson. He will forever be in our hearts and missed.

We love you to the moon and stars and infinity.

If you have any information that you believe could assist police with the investigation into this crime, you are asked to contact Detective Andrew Grant 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

We extend our sincere appreciation to the public and community members who have come forward with valuable information.