Police Charge Male Following Drug and Firearms Investigation

Waterloo Region • WA26162805 • Posted: Wednesday, November 4, 2026 12:23 p.m.

Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a male as part of an ongoing drug and firearms investigation. 

In July 2026, members of the Drugs and Firearms Unit initiated an investigation into a suspected drugs and firearms investigation. 

On November 4, 2026, investigators completed a search warrant at a residence in Hamilton as part of the ongoing investigation. 

As a result of the investigation, a 19-year-old Hamilton male was arrested and charged with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Weapons trafficking
  • Possess firearm with altered serial number
  • Firearm or weapon: possession contrary to prohibition order]
  • Drive while under suspension 
  • Breach of probation 

The male was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777.





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