Hamilton Police Chief Eric Girt

• Hamilton’s police services board seeks public’s help in finding new chief of police

  Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger says the survey, and a pair of virtual town halls, are about hearing the voices of the entire community in regards to a "critical appointment."

  Politics

  Jan 27, 2021
  
• New Hamilton police investigative services building set to open its doors this spring

  A long-awaited new Hamilton police investigative services building will be up and running this spring.

  News

  Jan 7, 2020
  
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• Hamilton mayor says he sees ‘opportunity’ in further meetings with LGBTQ2 residents

  Fred Eisenberger sees meetings as "the only way forward" in building on the "good work" the city has already done with the LGBTQ2 community.

  Jul 17, 2019
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• Chief Girt says he ‘looks forward’ to potential review of police response during altercation at Hamilton Pride

  Hamilton police's top man says it's not "productive to have a trial or a review strictly in the media."

  Politics

  Jul 17, 2019
• Hamilton mayor meets with LGBTQ2+ community while councillors call for independant police review

  On Friday, Mayor Fred Eisenberger met with members of Hamilton’s LGBTQ2+ communities and two councillors who are looking for an independent review of police actions at the 2019 Pride Hamilton event.

  Politics

  Jul 6, 2019
• Hamilton police celebrate 25 years of victim services branch

  The victim services branch provides 24-7 on-scene crisis intervention, including emotional support and referrals to additional community services.

  Canada

  May 29, 2019
• Hamilton police officers will carry naloxone kits amid opioid crisis

  Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger is pleased with the announcement, stressing that "moments matter" and could give someone "a shot at life."

  Crime

  Mar 22, 2018
• Hamilton police undecided on naloxone kits for front-line officers

  In March 2017, Police Chief Eric Girt resisted the idea saying his officers are not health-care professionals and offered concerns over liability.

  Health

  Dec 8, 2017
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• Hamilton police chief raises concerns ahead of the legalization of marijuana

  Eric Girt says when it comes to the new rules, the government will be faced with a challenge in making it clear what Canadians can and cannot do.

  Canada

  Jul 24, 2017