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Man Hijacks Hamilton Bus, Demands Coin Payments

11/14/2025

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A man hijacked a bus in Hamilton, Ontario, on Tuesday night, taking control during the driver's break.
The 36-year-old hijacker, who has no fixed address and may have mental health issues, made regular stops and insisted passengers pay with coins.
Police followed the bus after passengers noticed wrong turns, leading to the arrest after a 15-minute ride covering four miles.
No injuries occurred during the incident, which drew comparisons to past hijacking events.

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Story summary

A man hijacked a bus in Hamilton, Ontario, on Tuesday night, taking control during the driver's break.
The 36-year-old hijacker, who has no fixed address and may have mental health issues, made regular stops and insisted passengers pay with coins.
Police followed the bus after passengers noticed wrong turns, leading to the arrest after a 15-minute ride covering four miles.
No injuries occurred during the incident, which drew comparisons to past hijacking events.