Massive youth presence at Lime Ridge McDonalds ends violently

Hamilton police have launched an investigation after things turned violent in a McDonald’s parking lot near Lime Ridge Mall.

Authorities say they were called out to the 970 Upper Wentworth shortly after 8 p.m. Tuesday after 50 youths were expelled from the restaurant.

As the massive group was exiting the establishment, a can of bear spray was discharged — directly spraying two people in the crowd.

Simultaneously, another altercation broke out between two other teenagers.

Police say a 14-year-old pulled out a weapon and slashed a 16-year-old in the face. Authorities say the cut was minor and that the affected teen was treated and released.

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The 14-year-old was arrested and is facing a charge of assault with a weapon.

Officers say the investigation remains ongoing and add that the victims are being “uncooperative.”

Anyone with additional information relating to this incident should contact police.

.@HamiltonPolice have arrested a 14-year-old Hamilton youth and the male will face the charge of Assault with a Weapon in January. All involved were treated and released from hospital.

— Hamilton Police (@HamiltonPolice) December 27, 2023