Hamilton police charge man accused of sexually assaulting unsuspecting women
Posted May 21, 2025 5:11 am.
Last Updated May 21, 2025 8:53 am.
Hamilton police say a man accused of sexually assaulting unsuspecting women has been arrested and faces several notable criminal offences.
Authorities said 36-year-old Bryan Hayward of Hamilton was taken into custody on Friday, May 16.
He’s facing charges that include sexual assault, administering a noxious substance, voyeurism, distribution of intimate images, assault with a weapon, two counts of failing to comply with probation and drug possession offences ranging from methamphetamine, gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB), hydromorphone and clonazepam.
Police noted that Hayward may have contacted his victims through online dating sites, and authorities believe there may be additional victims, including individuals who may be unaware they have been affected.
“Investigators are urging anyone who has had any form of relationship or interaction with Hayward to contact police, as they may have information that could assist with the ongoing investigation,” Hamilton police said through a news release.
Video of Hayward’s arrest was uploaded by a user to YouTube. It shows Hamilton police officers surrounding a vehicle at a Tim Horton’s drive-thru before Hayward is taken into custody at the scene. CityNews has since verified that this video is of Hayward.
Police said the 36-year-old man is five feet ten inches tall, approximately 180 pounds, with a medium build, brown hair, and an amputation to his left hand. His photo has been shared.
Anyone with information is asked to contact investigators or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
