Update 4 – Another Male Arrested and Charged – Male Shot in Grimsby
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) have continued to investigate the shooting that took place September 24, 2025.
On March 13, 2026, 27-year-old Bellaluddin SHAHABUDDIN of Thorold was arrested and charged with the following offences.
- Conspiracy to Commit and Indictable Offence
- Aggravated Assault
- Careless Use of a Firearm
- Discharging a Firearm with Intent to Wound
- Pointing a Firearm
- Carrying a Concealed Weapon
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in a Motor Vehicle
SHAHABUDDIN remains in custody and is scheduled to attend a bail hearing Monday, March 16, 2026.
To date, 8 District CIB has laid a total of 128 charges under the Criminal Code in relation to the shooting investigation.
Update 3 – 5 Arrested – 78 Charges – Male Shot in Grimsby
On the evening of September 24, 2025, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) took over the investigation of a shooting that occurred on South Service Road near Kelson Road in Grimsby.
Detectives continued that investigation throughout the weeks that followed, assisted by the Special Investigations Services Unit (SIS). Several judicial authorizations were granted.
On October 17, 2025, the NRPS Emergency Task Unit (ETU) assisted with the execution of a search warrant, at a Clyde Street address in the Wentworth Street N and Cannon Street E area of Hamilton, ON.
The following items were seized.
- Shotgun
- 9mm handgun (loaded)
- MP5 automatic gun
- A loaded extended magazine
- 2 oz of suspected fentanyl
- 1 oz of suspected crack cocaine
- $1850 Canadian Currency
In total 5 people were arrested which resulted in 78 charges.
Jawad RABBANI, 25 yrs of Hamilton, ON, is charged with.
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in a Motor Vehicle
- Carrying a Concealed Weapon
- Pointing a Firearm
- Discharging a Firearm with Intent to Wound, Endanger Life or Prevent Arrest
- Careless Use of a Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition
- Aggravated Assault
- Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offence
- 3 counts of Possession of a Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Without Holding a Licence
- 3 counts of Possession of a Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Knowingly Not Holding a Licence
- 3 counts of Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon or Prohibited Device
- Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
- 2 counts of Failing to Comply with Release Order
- Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl)
Shamaree SALMON, 31 yrs of Hamilton, ON, is charged with.
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in a Motor Vehicle
- Carrying a Concealed Weapon
- Pointing a Firearm
- Discharging a Firearm with Intent to Wound, Endanger Life or Prevent Arrest
- Careless Use of a Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition
- Aggravated Assault
- Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offence
- 3 counts of Possession of a Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Without Holding a Licence
- 3 counts of Possession of a Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Knowingly Not Holding a Licence
- 3 counts of Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon or Prohibited Device
- Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
- Disguise with Intent
- Possession of a Firearm, Weapon, or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order
- Failing to Comply with Probation Order
- Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl)
Samantha MCPHEE, 27 yrs of Hamilton, ON, is charged with.
- 3 counts of Possession of a Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Without Holding a Licence
- 3 counts of Possession of a Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Knowingly Not Holding a Licence
- 3 counts of Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon or Prohibited Device
- Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
- Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000
- Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl)
Hannah BAILLIE, 28 yrs of Hamilton, ON, is charged with.
- 3 counts of Possession of a Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Without Holding a Licence
- 3 counts of Possession of a Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Knowingly Not Holding a Licence
- 3 counts of Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon or Prohibited Device
- Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
- Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000
- Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl)
Shakem KEANE-DAWES, 20 yrs of Hamilton, ON, is charged with.
- 3 counts of Possession of a Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Without Holding a Licence
- 3 counts of Possession of a Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Knowingly Not Holding a Licence
- 3 counts of Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon or Prohibited Device
- Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
- Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000
- Failing to Comply with Release Order
- Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl)
All five accused persons were held in custody awaiting a bail hearing which took place at the Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse in St. Catharines on October 17, 2025.
Update 2 – Male Shot in Grimsby
Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) detectives assigned to 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) continue to investigate the shooting that occurred in Grimsby on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
Detectives have identified a vehicle and suspect believed to be involved in the shooting. An updated description of the suspect is as follows:
- Male
- Black
- Slim build
- Black slim fit track pants
- Black and red coloured shoes
- White socks
- Black hooded sweatshirt with a white shirt underneath
- Carrying a blue reusable shopping bag
A description of the vehicle involved is as follows:
- Late 2000 to mid-2010 grey or silver sedan
- Dark tinted windows
- Tinted sunroof
- Aluminum/grey rims
- Large dent on the driver’s side rear door
Update 1 – Male Shot in Grimsby
Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) have provided an update to the shooting that occurred on South Service Rd near Kelson Rd N in the evening of September 24, 2025.
Area CCTV footage has been able to provide a better suspect description. The suspect is now being described as follows.
- Male
- Slim build
- Black slim fit track pants
- Dark coloured shoes
- White socks
- Black hooded sweatshirt with a white shirt underneath
- Carrying a blue reusable shopping bag
An updated direction of travel has also been provided, as the male was last seen running south bound on Kelson Rd N from South Service Rd.
The victim remains in hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Detectives believe the shooting was targeted and believe that there is no ongoing risk to public safety.
ORIGINAL RELEASE
Male Shot in Grimsby
The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) are actively investigating a shooting that has occurred in Grimsby on South Service Rd near Kelson Rd N. There is a heavy police presence in the area, and police are asking for members of the public to stay clear.
At approximately 7:45 PM, NRPS, Hamilton Police Service, Niagara EMS, and Hamilton EMS, all received information about a shooting near the Grimsby/Stoney Creek border. Investigation revealed that one male had been shot and was taken to an area trauma centre for treatment of injuries. Those injuries are considered to be serious but not life threatening.
A male suspect remains a large and was last seen on foot on the South Service Rd west bound towards Hamilton. There is no suspect description other than a male in dark clothing.