Hamilton Police Service continues its efforts to make our streets safer, following the seizure of a loaded firearm and a significant quantity of illicit drugs early this morning.
On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, shortly after 2:30 a.m., officers patrolling the area near Wentworth Street South and Main Street East observed suspicious activity surrounding a vehicle. Several individuals were gathered around the vehicle, prompting further investigation.
During investigation into of the 36-year-old female driver’s licence, officers detected a strong smell of cannabis from inside the vehicle. At this time, the male passenger began reaching for his waistband continuously. The male passenger abruptly exited the vehicle and fled on foot, continuing to reach for his waistband while discarding items along his path.
Officers pursued and arrested the 26-year-old male from Fenwick. A loaded firearm, along with various illict drugs, including suspected cocaine, over 6 grams of fentanyl, cannabis, and methamphetamine, were seized . The female driver, a Hamilton resident, was also arrested.
Charges:
26-year-old male from Fenwick
– Possession of a Prohibited Firearm – Loaded
– Proceeds of Crime Under $5,000
– Possession for the Purpose – cocaine
– Possession for the Purpose – Methamphetamine
– Possession for the Purpose – Fentanyl
– Two Counts of Possession Contrary to Order
36-year-old female from Hamilton
– Possession for the Purpose – cocaine
– Possession for the Purpose – Methamphetamine
– Possession for the Purpose – Fentanyl
– Drive Vehicle with Cannabis Readily Available
– Drive Vehicle with Cannabis in Open Baggie
The names of the accused will be released once charges have been formally sworn at court. Both individuals are currently facing multiple charges and are scheduled to appear for a bail hearing later this morning.
Keeping Our Streets Safe
Hamilton Police remain committed to taking illegal firearms off our streets and ensuring the safety of our community. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of working together to combat gun violence.
If you have any information related to firearms or shootings within our community, we urge you to contact our Shooting Response Team at 905-546-4883 or email them at [email protected].
For those who wish to remain anonymous, please reach out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit tips online at Crime Stoppers Hamilton.
Together, we can make Hamilton safer.