Police seize five firearms after Mud Street shooting call

Hamilton Police say officers responded to reports of gunfire at an address on Mud Street East on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026, around 6:36 p.m. Officers saw several individuals flee on foot, secured the scene and arrested multiple individuals. Police say five firearms were later seized from the property, including an SKS rifle and a shotgun. Several people were taken into custody and later released pending further investigation.

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