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2 charged in Hamilton car wash break-in that seriously injured man

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By Amanda Pope

Hamilton police have arrested and charged two people following a break-in last week that left a man seriously injured.

Officers received multiple reports shortly after 7 a.m. on Feb. 5 after a truck had driven into the Ezee Clean Car Wash at Highway 8 and Green Rd. in Stoney Creek.

Police say the suspects intentionally struck a witness with a pick-up truck, seriously injuring the man.

On Tuesday, investigators arrested and charged 28-year-old Maxwell Swiston of Hamilton with attempted murder and arson, among other offences.

READ MORE: Car wash robbery suspects run over witness

Police then arrested and charged 45-year-old Jason Ward of Hamilton with break-and-enter-related offences.

Detectives continue to investigate and believe there are additional individuals known to be involved in this incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Robert DiIanni of the Homicide Unit at 905-546-3836.

READ MORE: Hamilton police seek two suspects following a commercial robbery

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