For Immediate release: March 2, 2018

Hamilton Police Continue to Return Stolen Property to Their Owners

Since announcing the recovery of stolen property from a Stoney Creek residence Hamilton Police have been able to reunite many of the items with their rightful owners. The BEAR Unit has received over 130 telephone calls from potential owners which has resulted in many successful returns. However, there are still several items that remain unclaimed. If you are a victim of a break and enter or job site theft or know someone who has please contact Detective Sergeant Emidio Evangelista by calling 905-546-2991.

Hamilton Police anticipate providing an update on Friday, March 9, 2018, with the additional charges expected to be laid as a result of property being claimed by its owners.

Police are Looking to Identify Owners of Property Seized from a Stoney Creek Residence

Hamilton Police Service has executed a search warrant on a Stoney Creek residence. A large quantity of stolen property has been recovered. Police are looking to identify the owners of the items so they may be returned.

On Thursday, February 22, 2018, police attempted to effect an arrest of a Hamilton man when he fled to a Stoney Creek residence. A search warrant was executed on the property and a large quantity of stolen property has been seized.

The male was arrested and charged at the time, in relation to an outstanding warrant. As a result of the seizure of property, Police will be laying additional charges on the accused.

Accused

Shawn Hunt (32 –years-old)

The Hamilton Police Service estimates the value of recovered items to be in excess of $20,000.00. This includes power tools, jobsite equipment, car keys, televisions etc.

This is an ongoing investigation and police anticipate additional charges will be laid in the future.

If you believe your property may be included in this incident, you are asked to contact Detective Sergeant Emidio Evangelista by calling 905-546-2991.

Media Inquiries

Detective Sergeant Emidio Evangelista

Bear Unit

905-546-2991