Hamilton motorist allegedly armed with crossbow: Cops
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Officers found a 34-year-old man armed with a crossbow after spotting an alleged traffic violation, according to Hamilton Police.
Police said officers spotted a driver who appeared to be violating the Highway Traffic Act around 11 a.m. on Thursday.
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Police followed the vehicle to an encampment near Birch Ave. where officers say they allegedly saw a man in possession of a wooden crossbow, complete with bolts.
Police said they approached the vehicle and placed the driver under arrest.
Further investigation allegedly revealed the man with the crossbow was violating a weapons prohibition order as well as a probation order.
He was charged with possession contrary to order and fail to comply with a probation order. Police did not pursue any Highway Traffic Act charges.
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