A four-panel police evidence display showing items believed to be recovered property. The top-left image shows two gold-coloured chain necklaces and a ring placed on a white surface beside a yellow evidence marker. The top-right image shows several watches and circular jewellery pieces arranged next to a measurement scale. The bottom-left image displays designer-style handbags, wallets, sunglasses, keys, and multiple wristwatches laid out in rows. The bottom-right image shows additional bags, jewellery, watches, and personal accessories arranged for documentation.Source:Hamilton Police service

March 2, 2026

RED FM News Desk

Hamilton police have arrested a 46-year-old Brampton man in connection with residential break-and-enter incidents on the city’s east Mountain. 

The Hamilton Police Service said a tip from a member of the public on February 27 led Division 30 detectives to locate and arrest the suspect without incident. 

Jose De Guzman of Brampton has been charged with two counts of break and enter to commit theft and two counts of failing to comply with probation. Police say he was not previously known to Hamilton authorities. 

Investigators also recovered property believed to have been stolen during the incidents. Photographs of the recovered items are being released in an effort to identify and return them to their rightful owners. Anyone who recognizes the property or believes it may belong to them is asked to contact investigators. 

Anyone with further information is encouraged to contact police at at 905-546-3851 or reach out anonymously through Crime Stoppers Hamilton.