NEWS RELEASE
HAMILTON POLICE SERVICE
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Hamilton Police are seeking the public's assistance in identifying suspects connected to a series of distraction thefts involving jewelry. Since November 2024, 14 incidents have been reported where suspects engage victims in conversation, allowing them to gain close proximity to victims. Often suspects try to sell or give jewelry which enables them to steal the victims own jewelry without notice.
The suspects are typically seen using vehicles with missing licence plates.
If you notice any suspicious behaviour or have information that could assist in this investigation, please report it to police.
If you have any information that could assist our investigators, please contact Detective Constable Krista McKinney at 905-546-2955 or [email protected].
To provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com.
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