Hamilton Police Investigate Downtown Stabbing
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Hamilton Police Service is investigating a stabbing that occurred in the area of James Street South and Jackson Street West.
On Friday, November 13, 2026, at approximately 8:34 p.m., police responded to reports of a stabbing in the downtown core. Upon arrival, officers learned that a 50-year-old female victim had been confronted by an unknown individual and was stabbed several times.
The victim was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to recover.
As a result of the investigation, officers were able to locate and arrest a 28-year-old Hamilton woman. She has been charged with:
- Assault Causing Bodily Harm
Anyone with information is asked to contact a Detective with the Division 10 Criminal Investigations Branch at 905-546-3818 .
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