Hamilton Police search for man with ‘violent tendencies’
Published November 23, 2020 at 1:22 pm
Hamilton Police are searching for a local man wanted in connection to a street robbery that took place over the weekend.
In a press release issued Monday (Nov. 23), police say it is believed 32-year-old Farhan Muktar was involved in a street robbery on Sunday.
Police say a woman was assaulted, her purse was stolen and, at the time, Muktar was allegedly in possession of a knife, though the victim was physically unharmed.
Detectives say that early investigation indicates that Sunday’s robbery was a targeted incident.
Since the incident, Hamilton Police say they have made attempts to locate and arrest Muktar without success. A warrant for his arrest has been granted by the court system recently
It is believed he is aware of the warrant and is actively evading police.
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Muktar has demonstrated violent tendencies previously and Hamilton Police are asking the public that if he is seen, do not approach, contact 9-1-1 immediately.
Muktar is said to be 5’5” tall and weigh around 100 lbs. He is facing the following charges:
Robbery
Fail to Comply Probation x6
Disobey Court Order x3
Anyone with information is asked to call Central Division Patrol Staff Sergeant, at (905)546-4725.
To provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit anonymous tips online.
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