Three Youths Arrested After Stolen SUV Collision in Hamilton

Hamilton police have arrested and charged three youths following a collision involving a stolen SUV in east Hamilton, resulting in the seizure of a BB gun and bear spray.

Police said officers responded to a fail-to-remain collision near London Street North and Roxborough Avenue at approximately 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

Investigators allege the stolen SUV was travelling at a high rate of speed when it struck a parked vehicle. The three occupants then fled on foot but were located near Ottawa Street North following a search and brief foot pursuit.

Police recovered a BB gun, a can of bear spray and keys belonging to the stolen vehicle during searches following the arrests.

The accused include two 14-year-old boys and one 15-year-old boy, all from Hamilton. All three face charges of possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000. The two 14-year-olds also face weapons-related charges, including carrying a concealed weapon, while one faces an additional charge of unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon.

All three youths were released on undertakings.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police.