Hamilton Police have arrested a 35-year-old male for weapons-related charges after the male discharged a rifle near King and Sanford.

At approximately 4:35 p.m. on July 3, 2019, Hamilton Police responded to a call that a male was walking near King and Sanford while shooting a rifle in the air. The male then discarded the rifle and armed himself with a machete. Officers responded and arrested the male without incident. All weapons have been recovered.

Hamilton Police continue to investigate and ask that anyone who may have witnessed the incident to contact police at 905-546-3817.

To provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com.