Disturbance/Alleged Burglary

Thu, 2010-11-04

Around 10am on Thursday, Police responded to a report of a disturbance on North Shore Road in Devonshire in the vicinity of Loyal Hill Pass. Details about what occurred are unclear at this time; however it is alleged that the victim, a 43 year old Sandys parish man, was discovered attempting to burglarize an area home. The Sandys parish man was apparently injured by members of the public as he tried to flee the scene on foot and has been taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening. Inquiries into this incident are underway. Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with any information to contact the Hamilton Criminal Investigation Unit on 295-0011.