Advertisement

Attempted robbery at Barry’s Jewellers in Hamilton

Two suspects are wanted in connection with an attempted robbery at Barry's Jewellers.
Two suspects are wanted in connection with an attempted robbery at Barry's Jewellers.

There has been an attempted robbery at Barry’s Jewellers in Hamilton.

Police say shortly before 6:45 p.m. on Wednesday, June 20, two suspects with their identities concealed, attempted to gain entry to the business on Upper James Street.

READ MORE: Jury begins deliberation in trial of Hamilton-area homeowner charged with 2nd-degree murder

One of the suspects was brandishing a weapon, but they both failed to gain entry and were last seen walking northbound.

Suspect 1 was described as approximately 5’10, thin to medium build, wearing a dark construction style winter jacket with reflective stripes, dark baggy pants, shoes, hoodie, and a hat. Suspect 1 was also wearing a mask covering his face, gloves and was brandishing a weapon.

Get daily Canada news delivered to your inbox so you'll never miss the day's top stories.

Get daily National news

Get daily Canada news delivered to your inbox so you'll never miss the day's top stories.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Suspect 2 was described as approximately 5’10, thin to medium build, wearing a dark winter jacket, with dark hood pulled up, and a black baseball cap. Suspect 2 was wearing black skinny legged pants, a mask covering his face, gloves, dark shoes, carrying a dark back pack.

Story continues below advertisement

READ MORE: Police arrest second man in Aldershot home-invasion robbery

Police are asking anyone who may have information to contact BEAR Det. Patrick Cole 905-546-8935 or email: pcole@hamiltonpolice.on.ca or call Det. Sgt. Emidio Evangelista at 905-546-2991.

Anyone who may wish to remain anonymous is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or to submit anonymous tips and information online: crimestoppershamilton.com

Sponsored content

AdChoices