A Hamilton man is facing multiple charges following calls about a “suspicious individual” with a handgun outside a convenience store in the lower city.
Police say the suspect, carrying multiple weapons, was arrested during the noon hour on Monday in the area of Barton Street East and Melrose Avenue North.
“Upon seizing the handgun, police were able to determine it to be a realistic-looking replica handgun,” Const. Indy Bharaj said in a release.
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The 57-year-old accused is facing 12 charges, including possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and carrying methamphetamine.
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