PoliceSep 21, 2026
Hamilton Police Lay Attempted Murder Charge
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
Hamilton police releases
49 releases on the wire, published by the Hamilton Police Service. These are the service's own statements, reproduced from the public record — allegations at the time of release, not findings. Every item links the original. See these on the map. The police log lists every release the service issued, including the ones we link without summarizing.
September 2026
City-wide
PoliceSep 20, 2026
Missing Person: Nyarah Hinds Located
This appeal is no longer being carried as current. Check the police service's own page for the situation now.
PoliceSep 19, 2026
Missing Person: Nyarah Hinds
This appeal is no longer being carried as current. Check the police service's own page for the situation now.
PoliceSep 18, 2026
Male Arrested After Overnight Stabbing on Main Street West
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceSep 17, 2026
Pair Sought in Downtown Assault
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceSep 17, 2026
Random Assault on Stoney Creek Mountain
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceSep 17, 2026
Youth Charged Following Two Targeted Bear Spray Incidents
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceSep 15, 2026
Pair Arrested in Robbery Spree
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceSep 14, 2026
Hamilton Police Release Suspect Images in Assault Death
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceSep 13, 2026
One Arrested, One Wanted in City Facility Break-In
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceSep 12, 2026
Stoney Creek Man Charged with Hate Propaganda Offences
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
Police
Sep 11, 2026
Sep 11, 2026Suspicious Death in Waterdown Under Investigation
Hamilton Police are investigating the suspicious death of a 54-year-old man found unresponsive on a sidewalk near Dundas Street East and 1st Street in Waterdown on Monday, September 7, 2026, at about 6:22 p.m.
PoliceSep 11, 2026
Two Charged, One Wanted in Dundas Shooting
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceSep 10, 2026
Man Arrested After Random Attack in West End
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
Police
Sep 5, 2026
Sep 5, 2026Hamilton Police Investigate Collision on Queenston Road
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceSep 3, 2026
UPDATE: Pedestrian Suffers Life Altering Injuries After Being Struck by Vehicle
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceSep 2, 2026
Back-to-School Safety Tips 2026
As students across Hamilton return to classrooms, the Hamilton Police Service is reminding drivers, students, parents and all road users to slow down, stay alert and make safety a priority around schools, school buses and residential neigh…
PoliceSep 1, 2026
Unlawfully at Large from St. Joseph’s Hospital – West 5th Campus – Allan MENARD
Hamilton Police Service issued this appeal on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Local Wire has not confirmed the current status; the service's own page carries it.
August 2026
PoliceAug 31, 2026
Hamilton Police Investigating Weekend Shooting Incident
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceAug 28, 2026
3D-Printed Firearm Seized in Drug Investigation
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceAug 27, 2026
DomCon Continues to Search for Hamilton Venue
Hamilton Police are aware that the Dominion Society of Canada continues to seek venues within Hamilton to host its DomCon conference, despite its statement to media indicating it will be moving the conference out of town.
Police
Aug 25, 2026
Aug 25, 2026Police 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.
PoliceAug 24, 2026
UPDATE: Missing Person Mason Buchanan
Hamilton Police Service issued this appeal on Monday, August 24, 2026. Local Wire has not confirmed the current status; the service's own page carries it.
PoliceAug 24, 2026
Missing Person Investigation: Mason Buchanan
Hamilton Police Service issued this appeal on Monday, August 24, 2026. Local Wire has not confirmed the current status; the service's own page carries it.
PoliceAug 23, 2026
Hamilton Police Investigating Shooting In The East End
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
Police
Aug 23, 2026
Aug 23, 2026Police Investigate Fatal Vehicle Collision on Upper Centennial Parkway
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceAug 22, 2026
Hamilton Police Investigating Greendale Drive Shooting
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
Police
Aug 22, 2026
Aug 22, 2026Police investigate overnight arson on Princess Street
Hamilton Police are investigating an overnight arson at a residence in the area of Princess Street and Birch Avenue.
PoliceAug 20, 2026
UPDATE: NEW Deputy Announcement Time Change
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceAug 20, 2026
Detectives Seeking Two Individuals Who Assisted in August Homicide
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
Police
Aug 20, 2026
Aug 20, 2026Pedestrian Injured in Stone Church Road Collision
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceAug 20, 2026
Three Suspects Sought in Smash-and-Grab Robbery
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceAug 20, 2026
UPDATE: Pedestrian Struck on Stone Church Rd Succumbs to Injuries
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceAug 18, 2026
Hamilton Police Investigate Gage Park Shooting
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
Police
Aug 17, 2026
Aug 17, 2026Police investigate hate-related mischief at Hamilton business
Hamilton Police are investigating a hate-related mischief incident involving a local business.
Police
Aug 13, 2026
Aug 13, 2026Hamilton Police Charge Suspect in Homicide
Hamilton Police have charged a 26-year-old Hamilton resident with second-degree murder in connection with the death of a 21-year-old man.
PoliceAug 12, 2026
Hamilton police to provide update on homicide investigation
Hamilton Police will provide an update today on the homicide that occurred on August 9, 2026.
PoliceAug 11, 2026
Hamilton Police Identify Recent Homicide Victim
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceAug 10, 2026
Hamilton Police Investigating Overnight Homicide
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
Police
Aug 9, 2026
Aug 9, 2026Main Street West Closed During Police Investigation
Hamilton Police say they are conducting an active investigation in the area of Main Street West between Macklin Street South and Dundurn Street South.
Police
Aug 7, 2026
Aug 7, 2026Driver Arrested After Stolen U-Haul Crashes into Main Street East Residence
Hamilton Police say a 54-year-old male with no fixed address was arrested after a stolen U-Haul truck crashed into a residence on Main Street East in the early morning hours of Tuesday, July 28, 2026.
PoliceAug 7, 2026
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Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceAug 7, 2026
MEDIA ADVISORY: Update on Double Homicide
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceAug 7, 2026
Police Investigate Arson at Christie Lake
Hamilton Police are seeking the public’s help after an arson at Christie Lake Conservation Area.
Police
Aug 7, 2026
Aug 7, 2026Police investigating double homicide on Candlewood Drive
Hamilton Police are investigating an early morning shooting on Candlewood Drive that killed two males.
PoliceAug 7, 2026
Police Charge Man Following Hate-Related Mischief Investigation
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceAug 7, 2026
Hamilton Police Investigating Homicide Following May Assault
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.
PoliceAug 7, 2026
Teen Arrested in Hamilton Double Homicide Investigation
Hamilton Police have arrested a 15-year-old male in connection with the murders of two people on July 29, 2026.
PoliceAug 7, 2026
UPDATE: Suspect Sought in Go Station Stabbing
Hamilton Police Service issued this release. Local Wire could not retell it without identifying someone, so it is linked here in full rather than summarized.