A 48-year-old Hamilton man has been charged following an investigation into an alleged road rage incident near Nikola Tesla Boulevard and the QEW in Burlington.
The OPP says the incident occurred back in April 15 when the victim’s vehicle sustained multiple strikes on the passenger side from what appeared to be a BB gun pointed by the driver of a vehicle travelling alongside them.
Investigators obtained a search warrant and executed it at a Hamilton residence on Thursday, October 8th. Police say evidence seized included eight pellet and BB guns, magazines and ammunition for both types of guns, and a prohibited weapon.
As a result of the investigation, a 48-year-old Hamilton man was arrested and charged with:
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Unauthorized Possession of Weapon
- Mischief to Property
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court in November.
Anyone with additional information about the investigation is asked to contact the Burlington OPP at 905-681-2511 or 1-888-310-1122.
Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or go online. Tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
