For Immediate release: Monday November 18, 2024
Incident #: 24-807111
Hamilton, ON
Stolen Auto Investigation
Hamilton Police have arrested a 14-year-old after the discovery of a stolen auto over the weekend in Hamilton.
On Saturday, November 16, 2024 Hamilton Police officers were investigating a separate incident when they observed a suspicious vehicle in the area of Gage Park.
When the officers approached the vehicle to gather more details, the occupant of the vehicle fled on foot and a chase ensued. The suspect was quickly apprehended and officers learned that the individual was breaching three release orders in addition to possessing a stolen vehicle.
The young person – who cannot be named in accordance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act – now faces the following charges:
· Possession over $5000.00
· Fail to Comply Release Order x3
Vehicle thefts are an ongoing problem in the Hamilton area and the Hamilton Police Service is reminding the public to be mindful when leaving your vehicle for extended periods of time.
· Always lock your vehicle doors and keep your keys in a safe place
· Remember to remove high value items from plain sight
· If possible, park in areas you know cameras and/or other community members to be
· Never leave your vehicle unattended while idling
If you have information that you believe can assist Police with this investigation, please contact the Division 2 Staff Sergeant office at 905-546-4963. To provide information anonymously, consider calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at www.crimestoppershamilton.com