14-year-old boy wanted for murder in shooting that killed teen at Hamilton mall
Written by The Canadian Press on April 25, 2026
HAMILTON — Police say a 14-year-old boy is wanted for second-degree murder in a daytime shooting at a Hamilton mall that left another teen dead.
Hamilton police say the shooting took place Friday inside Jackson Square mall and two suspects were seen running away from the scene.
They say the victim, a 16-year-old boy, walked towards a store and collapsed, then later died in hospital.
Det. Robert Di Ianni says the teens initially interacted with each other outside the mall, leading to an altercation inside that culminated in the shooting.
Di Ianni says it appears only one suspect was armed, with a firearm that was larger than a handgun.
He says investigators are working to determine the other suspect’s level of culpability.
The detective says both are encouraged to seek legal counsel and turn themselves in.
“This is a heartbreaking tragedy that deeply impacts family, friends and the entire Hamilton community,” he said in a news conference Saturday.
“Our thoughts are with all those grieving this devastating loss.”
Police are seeking judicial authorization to identify the 14-year-old suspect, who cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, Di Ianni said.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 25, 2026.
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