Teen dies after shooting in Stoney Creek: Hamilton police

A Hamilton police officer. Photo: THE CANADIAN PRESS/file.

By Michael Talbot

Posted March 6, 2025 8:19 pm.

Last Updated March 7, 2025 3:49 pm.

A 16-year-old boy has died after a shooting in Stoney Creek early Thursday morning, Hamilton Police confirm.

Officers say the teen was struck by gunfire at around 4:20 a.m. in the Highway 8 and Fruitland Road area.

Hamilton police say multiple shots were fired, and several vehicles were involved.

The teen, whose identity has not been released, was taken to the hospital with critical injuries.

He later passed away, police confirmed.

Hamilton police say they will be providing an update on Friday.

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