The Hamilton Police Service has concluded an investigation into a hate-related mischief incident targeting The Jewish Federation of Hamilton.
On Sunday, July 19, 2026, an unknown individual attended the organization's property and threw a bottle containing white paint at the building. The incident resulted in paint splattering several areas of the overhead signage and the main entrance.
The investigation was led by the Hamilton Police Hate Crime Unit. As a result, a 51-year-old Hamilton man has been arrested and charged with one count of Mischief Under $5,000.
The Hamilton Police Service recognizes the significant impact that hate-related incidents have on victims and the broader community. Allegations that a criminal offence was motivated by bias, prejudice, or hate are thoroughly investigated and, where appropriate, presented to the courts as an aggravating factor at sentencing.
Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have additional information to contact Constable Patrick Mitchell at 905-523-6752 or by email at [email protected].
Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 or visiting crimestoppershamilton.com
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