Two teens are facing charges after a firearm was pointed at a cab driver in Hamilton.
Police say the incident happened Wednesday just before 7 p.m. in the area of Charlton Avenue West and Bay Street South.
It’s believed the two boys exited the cab and pointed the firearm at the driver before entering a home in the area.
Police say the gun was seized when officers arrived at the address following a call for service.
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Police say two 17-year-olds were each charged with possessing a firearm, with one facing four additional charges, including pointing a firearm. One of those offences is also connected with a court release prohibiting the possession of weapons, police say.
The teens’ identities were not revealed by police under the Youth Criminal Act.
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