15-Year-Old Arrested for Drug Trafficking and Proceeds of Crime in Hamilton Secondary School Incident

Hamilton Police have arrested a 15-year-old boy from Hamilton, who is now facing multiple charges related to drug trafficking and proceeds of crime.

On the morning of Wednesday, November 29, 2023, just before 11:00 a.m., Hamilton Police received information indicating the presence of a male, possibly armed, at Bernie Custis Public Secondary School. While responding to the call, additional information revealed that the individual had entered a vehicle, which then left the area. The vehicle was quickly located at a nearby gas station with five people inside. All of them were apprehended due to suspicion of carrying a firearm. However, no firearm was found in the vehicle, and it was later discovered that the weapon had been left in the school inside a bag.

As a precautionary measure, Bernie Custis Public Secondary School, the recreation center, and Jimmy Thompson Pool were placed under lockdown for several hours as the police conducted a thorough search. Thankfully, everyone remained safe during this process.

The 15-year-old boy, who is a student at Bernie Custis Public Secondary School, is now facing charges including possession of cocaine and fentanyl for the purpose of trafficking, as well as proceeds of crime under $5,000.

Hamilton Police would like to express their gratitude to the community, witnesses, school staff, students, and everyone involved for their cooperation and assistance throughout the investigation, ensuring the safety of all parties involved.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Candice Culp at 905-546-2907. For those who wish to provide information anonymously, please consider reaching out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at Crime Stoppers Hamilton’s Website.