Hamilton duo charged after break-in at North End business

Two people from Hamilton are facing multiple charges in connection with a break-in at a business in the North End Monday evening.

Police said it happened shortly after 7 p.m. in the area of Sherman and Biggar avenues at a locked commercial compound. Security witnessed on video two suspects breaking in.

The on-site security guard confronted the suspects before they fled the area.

Hamilton police set up a perimeter when they arrived. Officers and the canine unit were able to find the suspects and arrest them “without incident.”

Fifty-five-year-old Michele Wright was charged with four offences, including break and enter – commit and theft under $5,000.

Garett Hughes, 50, faces three charges, including assault with a weapon and possession under $5,000.

Wright had her bail opposed as there were warrants for her with both Hamilton police and Halton police. Police said Hughes was released.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Division 2 Staff Sgt. at 905-546-2963.