Sebastian Bron

Syrian family that fled violence mourns teen son killed in mall shooting thespec.com/news/crime/com… via @thespec #HamOnt

Hamilton Police are seeking a 14-year-old in connection with the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Nabil Askafe at Jackson Square on April 24. Anyone with information is asked to call 905-546-3825 or Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477. Read More: hamiltonpolice.on.ca/news/hamilton-…

Jackson Square: From bustling hub to downtown dilemma. Once the centrepiece of #HamOnt’s revival, the mall now reflects the complex realities facing the core — from mental health and addiction to violence. Great read by @sbron_ #tncms-source=login" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">thespec.com/news/hamilton-…

Askafe recently immigrated to #HamOnt from Syria. He had a younger brother, mom and dad, and large supportive family network. DiIanni said they're "deeply affected" and "devastated." @thespec

Det. Sgt. Rob DiIanni of homicide unit identifies victim in Jackson Square shooting as 16-year-old Nabil Askafe. A 14-year-old suspect is wanted for second-degree murder. #HamOnt

Hamilton police Supt. Marty Schulenberg says victim was 16-year-old boy. Verbal altercation with two armed suspects — still wanted — preceded the fatal shooting. Incident occurred inside cellphone store Wireplus+ #HamOnt

Police say person injured in Jackson Square shooting has died. Investigators expected to address media shortly. See @thespec for updates #HamOnt

One person critically injured in Jackson Square shooting thespec.com/news/hamilton-…

Entrance to Jackson Square at King and James locked. Officer here seen with rifle knocking on glass asking colleague to open door. Massive presence remans all down King. Police say two suspects wanted in shooting that sent person to hospital w/life-threatening injuries.

Hamilton Police continue to investigate a shooting at Jackson Square. Two suspects were seen leaving the area eastbound toward James Street. They are described as white males, approximately 19–20 years old. One was wearing a grey tracksuit, and the other a blue tracksuit. Both were believed to be carrying firearms. Do not approach. Call 911 immediately if seen. Road closures are in effect between King Street, James Street, and MacNab Street in #HamOnt.

Jackson Square appears to have been evacuated. Staff at Anchor Bar and Grill – still open via King St access – were instructed to close doors that lead into mall around 6:20 p.m.

More than a dozen cruisers outside Jackson Square in response to a shooting. Officers can be seen on rooftop with assault rifles. Police say one person taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries. #HamOnt @TheSpec

Expert warns there's a 'very long way to go' before car insurance rates drop — even as auto thefts decrease thespec.com/news/crime/aut… via @thespec #HamOnt

Hamilton police suspend officer without pay after child pornography charges — a first under updated provincial law thespec.com/news/crime/ham… via @thespec #HamOnt

Halton police have arrested two people accused of committing more than 300 thefts at mausoleums and cemeteries across the GTA. Recovered items include jewelry, keepsakes and decorative urns containing human remains. “Deeply disturbing,” deputy chief Roger Wilkie says.

One dead, another injured after daylight shooting near bus stop in #HamOnt core. Suspect was on foot and fled north on James via King, police say. Homicide investigation ongoing.

Hamilton bank robbery foiled as would-be thief has getaway bike stolen thespec.com/news/crime/ham… via @thespec #HamOnt

Some news: I’m ecstatic to announce I’m preparing to publish my first book (!!!) with @sutherlandbooks this winter. Jasper on Fire: Five Days of Hell in a Rocky Mountain Paradise will be yours Jan. 21, 2025.

Hamilton doctor has licence revoked over sexual abuse of patients thespec.com/news/hamilton-… via @thespec #HamOnt

From Bahamas to Hamilton: Police dismantle 'extremely violent' gang in sweeping bust thespec.com/news/crime/fro… via @thespec #HamOnt