Hamilton man, 19, charged in drug and firearms investigation
Waterloo regional police say a 19-year-old Hamilton man faces six charges in an ongoing investigation that included a search at a Hamilton residence.
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Waterloo regional police have charged a 19-year-old Hamilton man with weapons trafficking and five other offences in an ongoing drug and firearms investigation. Police said investigators executed a search warrant at a Hamilton residence on Nov. 4, 2026, as part of the investigation.
The service’s Drugs and Firearms Unit began the investigation in July 2026, according to police. Investigators later executed a search warrant at a residence in Hamilton as part of that ongoing investigation.
Police said the Hamilton man was arrested as a result of the investigation. He faces six charges, including four related to firearms or weapons, along with a driving offence and an alleged breach of probation. The charges are:
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- Unauthorized possession of a firearm
- Weapons trafficking
- Possession of a firearm with an altered serial number
- Possession of a firearm or weapon contrary to a prohibition order
- Driving while under suspension
- Breach of probation
Police said the man was held for a bail hearing. The service described the drug and firearms investigation, which began in July, as ongoing.
Police appeal for information
Anyone with information about the investigation is asked to contact Waterloo regional police at 519-570-9777. The file number listed in the police release is WA26162805.
About these reports
This article is based on the official statement linked below. Charges are allegations; everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
Official source: Waterloo Regional Police Service
