Distraction Theft Targets Senior Shopper
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Hamilton Police Service is investigating a distraction theft that occurred at Fortino’s, located at 1579 Main Street West, Hamilton.
On Saturday, December 6, 2025, at approximately 3:00 pm, an elderly female was targeted while shopping. Four suspects worked together to distract the victim and steal her wallet from her purse, along with her PIN. Following the theft, the suspects used the victim’s debit and credit cards, withdrawing approximately $3,500 in cash and making an additional $750 in purchases.
Investigators are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the following four suspects, believed to be working in concert:
Suspect 1
- Male, older adult
- Wearing a dark winter coat, dark flat cap, and glasses
- Dark pants and shoes
- Seen wearing red gloves
Suspect 2
- Wearing a navy-blue Nike jacket, black knit toque, and light-coloured scarf
- Dark pants
Suspect 3
- Male
- Wearing a grey knit toque with logo
- Dark jacket with light-coloured hood
- Carrying a red bottle
Suspect 4
- Wearing a light-coloured winter jacket, fur-lined hat, and scarf
- Pushing a shopping cart