Stabbing at Hamilton Downtown Mosque Leaves Three Injured; One Arrested, Another Suspect at Large
5-28-2025
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Stabbing at Hamilton Downtown Mosque Leaves Three Injured; One Arrested, Another Suspect at Large
HAMILTON, ON — A violent altercation at the Hamilton Downtown Mosque on Friday, May 2, 2025, resulted in three men being stabbed and one suspect being taken into police custody. The incident occurred shortly after the conclusion of Friday prayers, shaking the local Muslim community and prompting a swift response from law enforcement.
Incident Details
At approximately 2:15 p.m., Hamilton Police responded to reports of a disturbance at the mosque located at 221 York Boulevard, in the heart of downtown Hamilton. According to investigators, the confrontation began outside the mosque premises, before escalating and spilling inside the building, where multiple people were present following the communal prayers.
During the altercation, three adult males sustained stab wounds. Two victims were transported to a nearby hospital via ambulance, while a third victim sought medical attention on his own. All three individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries, police confirmed, though specific medical conditions have not been released due to privacy concerns.
Witness Account
Fadoul Hissein, a worshipper who had just exited the mosque, described a “scene of chaos and confusion,” saying he saw people rushing to help the injured. “At first, no one knew what had happened. Then people started shouting and running,” he told reporters. “There was panic inside and outside the mosque.”
Police Response and Arrest
A 40-year-old male suspect was quickly apprehended by police and has been formally charged with:
Investigators say the suspect and the victims were known to each other, indicating that the altercation was not random. A second suspect remains at large, and efforts are ongoing to locate and question the individual.
Hamilton Police have stated there is no indication that the attack was motivated by hate or religious bias. They emphasized that the violence stemmed from a personal dispute, though the exact motive is still under investigation.
Security Measures and Cooperation
The Hamilton Downtown Mosque, which has a comprehensive surveillance system, has been cooperating fully with the investigation. Footage from the mosque’s security cameras is being reviewed to piece together a timeline of events and confirm the identities and actions of those involved.
Authorities are urging members of the public who may have witnessed the incident or have relevant information to come forward by contacting Hamilton Police at 905-546-3816 or by reaching out to Crime Stoppers Canada anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.
Aftermath and Community Reaction
The incident has caused deep concern within the local Muslim community. Mosque officials and community leaders have called for calm and urged members to refrain from speculation as the investigation continues.
“This is a house of worship, a place of peace and reflection,” said a spokesperson for the mosque. “We are heartbroken by what happened but grateful that the injuries were not fatal. We stand united in prayer and resilience.”
Hamilton Police have reassured the public that there is no ongoing threat to community safety, and additional patrols were visible in the area throughout the weekend to offer reassurance and deter any further incidents.
The stabbing has also drawn attention from broader interfaith and civic organizations, many of which have expressed solidarity and called for support and healing for all those affected.
Ongoing Investigation
As of May 5, 2025, the second suspect remains unidentified and at large. Police are continuing their investigation and are expected to release further details in the coming days.
This report was compiled from official police statements, eyewitness accounts, and information provided by mosque leadership and was originally filed by The Canadian Press.
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