Hamilton Man Charged After $50,000 in Equipment Stolen From Vehicle

A 28-year-old Hamilton man has been charged after approximately $50,000 worth of equipment was stolen from a vehicle on Hamilton Mountain on Nov. 8, 2026, police said. Some of the items were later advertised on Facebook Marketplace.

Hamilton Police said the vehicle had been parked at a residence when it was entered. The items taken included tools and specialized robotic equipment. The following day, the victim discovered stolen equipment advertised for sale on the online marketplace and contacted police.

According to police, the investigation led to the recovery of stolen property and the arrest of the Hamilton man. He has been charged with possession of property obtained by crime and was subsequently released on an undertaking.

The charge followed an investigation into the theft and the online advertisement, police said. The service did not say how much of the stolen property had been recovered.

Police advice for online transactions

Police are reminding residents to be cautious when buying or selling items through online marketplaces. Anyone who recognizes their stolen property listed for sale should contact police rather than try to recover it themselves, the service said.

For residents arranging transactions, Hamilton Police also encourage the use of their Buy and Sell Exchange Zone at 400 Rymal Road East.