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  • 1 week ago | thespec.com | Sebastian Bron

    Ontario Provincial Police are searching for a driver who fled from a stolen minivan involved in a crash in Freelton. In a social-media post around 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Sgt. Kerry Schmidt said the white Dodge Caravan — reported stolen two days ago — collided with another vehicle at the intersection of Highway 6 and Concession 11 East. The driver of the Dodge fled on foot, Schmidt said. The other involved driver sustained minor injuries.

  • 1 week ago | thespec.com | Sebastian Bron

    Hamilton police say a missing 77-year-old man has been found. Roberto De Roux-Adad was located around 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, police said in a social-media post. He had been seen leaving the area of Violet Drive at around 10:30 a.m.Police thanked the public for their assistance. ONTARIO NOW NEWSLETTER You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy.

  • 1 week ago | thespec.com | Sebastian Bron

    Hamilton police are asking for the public’s help finding a missing 77-year-old man. Roberto De Roux-Adad was last seen leaving the area of Violet Drive, just off Centennial Parkway North, on foot around 10:30 a.m. June 17. Police say there is concern for his well-being, as he has dementia and may be confused or disoriented. Roberto is described as five feet tall with white hair, wearing a blue sweater, tight denim jogging pants and white Nike running shoes.

  • 1 week ago | thespec.com | Sebastian Bron

    After a 15-month suspension, Cameron Kroetsch is back on Hamilton’s police board. The downtown councillor announced his reinstatement Monday after the conclusion of a lengthy probe by the Ontario Civilian Police Commission (OCPC) into allegations of misconduct. “I’m glad this ordeal is over,” Kroetsch said in a statement.

  • 1 week ago | thespec.com | Sebastian Bron

    A 16-year-old boy was among three people arrested Sunday after an armed robbery at a cannabis dispensary. Hamilton police said the trio entered the shop near Barton and Hughson streets around 10 p.m., demanding money and products. Employees indicated to officers that one suspect had a gun. After stealing cash and merchandise, the suspects fled in a red pickup truck, police said.

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30 Dec 24

Hamilton bank robbery foiled as would-be thief has getaway bike stolen https://t.co/HQM07jOl0M via @thespec #HamOnt

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Hamilton doctor has licence revoked over sexual abuse of patients https://t.co/Mp1Qutvr5m via @thespec #HamOnt