Division 20 Detectives are continuing to investigate the Winona Peach Festival incident that resulted in the seizure of a prohibited firearm and would like to speak to anyone who may have been in the area at the time.
Officers were on patrol around 9:20 p.m. when they observed a disturbance break out near the midway between two males. This took place at a time and location that was filled with hundreds of people, including children and families. As officers approached, bystanders alerted them that one suspect had a firearm.
A 23-year-old male was quickly arrested and was found to be in possession of a firearm, with a high-capacity magazine and ammunition.
Charged:
Devontae Trevon Sutherland, 23-years-old, from Toronto
- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
- Possession of a Prohibited Firearm- Loaded
- Possession of a Prohibited Weapon X3
He remains in custody at this time.
Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with individuals who were present at the time of the incident and assisted officers. If you were involved in helping at the scene or have relevant information that you haven’t yet shared, please contact police. Your assistance is crucial in helping us gather all necessary details to move forward with the investigation.
If you have any information that you believe could assist Police with this investigation, you are asked to contact Detective Sergeant Candace Culp at 905-546-2907 or the Division Two on duty Staff Sergeant at 905-546-2963.
To provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit an anonymous tip online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com.