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Hamilton Spectator
29-06-2025
- Hamilton Spectator
Motorcyclist, 16, dead following 2-vehicle collision in Thorold
A 16-year-old motorcyclist has died following a two-vehicle collision in Thorold, Saturday. According to Niagara Regional Police, the crash occurred shortly after 10 p.m., near the Merrittville Speedway in the area of Holland Road and Merrittville Highway. The crash involved a 2017 Dodge Caravan, driven by a 41-year-old Thorold woman, and a 2014 Ninja Kawasaki motorcycle, operated by a 16-year-old St. Catharines male. The teenager sustained life-threatening injuries as a result of the collision. He was treated by Niagara emergency medical services paramedics and firefighters before he was pronounced dead at the scene. Police said the circumstances surrounding the cause of the collision remain under investigation. Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact police at 905-688-4111 , ext. 1009089 or Crime Stoppers of Niagara at 1-800-222-8477 . The fatality is the latest in a series of recent serious crashes, which involved motorcycles on Niagara's roads. A two-vehicle crash on Thorold Stone and Dorchester roads June 12 claimed the life of a 22-year-old man. On June 4, a 34-year-old Welland man was killed as a result of a crash in the area of King Street and Lincoln Avenue in Beamsville. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Hamilton Spectator
30-05-2025
- Hamilton Spectator
3 masked males sought after Wainfleet's lone bank robbed at gunpoint
Three masked and hooded suspects robbed a bank in Wainfleet using at least one handgun and a weapon similar to a machete. A news release said Niagara Regional Police responded to Meridian Credit Union on Highway 3 at 4:35 p.m. Thursday. Police said three people entered the bank, just east of Wainfleet Township Hall, while brandishing weapons. One suspect had a handgun and another carried an edged weapon similar to a machete, said the release. Detectives are investigating whether a second firearm was used during the robbery. The robbers received an undisclosed amount of money before fleeing the bank. They got into a white Honda Civic, which police believed to be stolen, before heading north on Highway 3. No bank employees or customers were physically harmed during the incident, said the release. Meridian Credit Union is the only bank in Wainfleet. Police arebelieve the males who robbed Meridian Credit Union in Wainfleet Thursday fled in a white Honda Civic. All three suspects were similar in appearance and described as male, with thin builds, wearing dark clothing with hoods, skeletal masks and gloves. Witnesses said the suspects spoke with accents. Anyone with information is asked by police to call 905-688-4111 , option 3, ext. 1009287. People can provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477 . Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Global News
30-04-2025
- Global News
$50K in jewelry stolen during teen house party in Ontario
Niagara regional police are investigating after approximately $50,000 in jewellery was stolen from a St. Catharines, Ont., home earlier this year. On April 10, police say officers responded to a home in the area of Read Road and Lakeshore Road following a report of a theft. Police say the homeowner had recently returned after being out of the country to discover several expensive pieces of jewelry had been stolen from the home. The investigation revealed that a family member had hosted a party at the residence on Feb. 22, which was attended by several youths aged 16 to 18. Police say it is believed the theft occurred during that event. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy The total value of the stolen jewellery is estimated at approximately $50,000. Story continues below advertisement View image in full screen Items reported missing from a St. Catharines home. Via Niagara Regional Police Service View image in full screen Items reported missing from a St. Catharines home. Via Niagara Regional Police Service The victim says several of the stolen items hold deep sentimental value for the complainant, and is hopeful they can be recovered and returned. Police are asking area pawnshops and jewellery stores to remain vigilant and to contact police immediately if anyone attempts to sell suspicious or high-value items matching the description of the stolen property. Story continues below advertisement Police are asking anyone with information to contact investigators by calling 905-688-4111, option 3, extension 1009610 or Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or at 1-800-222-8477.
