NEWS RELEASE
HAMILTON POLICE SERVICE
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Hamilton Police have made an arrest after an incident shut down Walmart on Upper James for a brief period.
On Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 at approximately 7:15 p.m., two males entered the restaurant located within the Walmart store and made attempts to confront an individual. The pair eventually hopped the serving counter and produced bear spray which they used to assault bystanders and restaurant staff.
After a brief struggle, the two suspects fled on foot leaving the restaurant with extremely poor breathing conditions. The store was evacuated until the irritant had subsided.
Police tracked down the two suspects who continued their attempts to evade Police. After a brief foot chase, one male youth was arrested and charged with the following:
- Assault with a weapon
- Disobey court order
- Disguise with intent
One suspect is still outstanding in this matter. If you have any information that you believe will help officers with this investigation, please contact the on-duty Division 3 Staff Sergeant at 905-546-3886. Additionally, to provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online.
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