A disturbing attack on a member of the transgender community in Hamilton is under investigation, and police are urgently seeking the public’s help to identify two suspects. The incident, believed to be hate-motivated, occurred in the early hours of October 25th on Hess Street South, leaving a community shaken and demanding answers.
The assault unfolded around 2:30 a.m., quickly escalating into a physical altercation involving multiple individuals. Investigators have now released images of the two men they believe are central to the attack, hoping someone will recognize them and come forward with crucial information.
Police have reviewed video footage from the area, capturing portions of the assault and the movements of those involved before they disappeared from the scene. This visual evidence is a key component of the ongoing investigation, but authorities need the public’s assistance to put names to the faces captured on camera.
Both the Patrol Unit and the Hate Crime Unit are actively working to uncover the full details of the incident and bring those responsible to justice. The Hamilton Police are resolute in their commitment to investigating hate-motivated crimes, striving to maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all residents.
Anyone who witnessed the attack, or who possesses video footage from the surrounding area between 1:30 a.m. and 2:40 a.m. on October 25th, is urged to contact Detective-Constable Lyndsay Scott. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
