A quiet evening in Stoney Creek was shattered Monday as gunshots rang out near Highgate Drive and Upper Centennial Parkway. Police responded to multiple 911 calls shortly before 8:30 p.m., converging on a townhouse complex where a man lay wounded.
The victim, suffering from gunshot injuries, was rushed to hospital. Thankfully, his injuries are not considered life-threatening, but the incident has sparked a full investigation. Authorities believe this was a targeted attack, meticulously planned and swiftly executed.
Investigators are focusing on a dark-coloured sedan seen fleeing the scene. Witnesses reported the vehicle heading eastbound on Highgate before turning south onto Upper Centennial Parkway. The search is now on for this crucial piece of evidence.
Meanwhile, in Burlington, a brazen robbery unfolded at Charm Diamond Centres within Mapleview Mall. Four individuals stormed the store on February 20th, wielding hammers to smash display cases and steal multiple pieces of jewelry.
The thieves escaped in a waiting black Honda CRV, potentially with a fifth suspect behind the wheel. Descriptions of the robbers are limited – male, between 5-foot-5 and 5-foot-8, with slight builds, all clad in dark clothing and concealing their faces.
A separate, harrowing incident occurred on February 18th at the intersection of Rymal Road East and Upper Wellington Street. A 44-year-old man was struck by a vehicle that ran a red light, leaving him with life-altering injuries.
The driver of the vehicle, described as a Jeep SUV, initially stopped but then fled eastbound on Rymal Road East. The victim’s condition underscores the severity of the collision and the urgent need to locate the responsible party.
Police are appealing to the public for assistance in all three cases. Anyone with information, including dashcam footage or surveillance recordings from the relevant times and locations, is urged to come forward. Even the smallest detail could prove vital.
In Stoney Creek, those with information are asked to contact Hamilton Police at 905-546-4883. For the Burlington robbery, contact Halton Regional Police at 905-825-4777 ext. 2316. Regarding the hit-and-run, call 905-546-2886.
Confidential tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). These investigations are ongoing, and the community’s help is crucial in bringing those responsible to justice.
