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On December 5, 2024, at approximately 8:50 p.m., Hamilton Police were called to a robbery in progress at an Ancaster business after one vehicle reversed through the front window of the establishment. The suspects pointed a gun at the owner before smashing the displays. The owner was taken to hospital with minor injuries. There were no customers in the store at the time. The suspects fled on foot to a nearby vehicle. Several Hamilton Police units from across the organization were actively patrolling the area and were able to quickly apprehend five suspects. The following suspects jointly face charges:
- Two 18-year-old males from Scarborough
- One 20-year-old male from Scarborough
- One 19-year-old male from Scarborough
- One youth from Scarborough
They have been jointly charged with the following offences:
- Robbery
- Disguise with intent
- Mischief Over $5000
- Theft Over $5000
- Possession of Property obtained by Crime
Police are still looking for more suspects in relation to this incident and another involved vehicle. The outstanding suspect is described as male, non-white, long black hair, beard, wearing an all-black, Addidas track suit.
For those who wish to provide information anonymously, please consider reaching out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at Crime Stoppers Hamilton’s Website.