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Woman charged for stealing purse of Good Samaritan helping victim of fatal Hamilton shooting

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Flowers were placed at the bus stop on King Street East, where 26-year-old Belinda Sarkodie was shot and killed on July 11, 2025 (CHCH News/Matthew Farrauto).
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Hamilton police have arrested a woman who allegedly stole a Good Samaritans purse while she was trying to help the victim of the fatal downtown shooting, 26-year-old Belinda Sarkodie.

Investigators have charged 35-year-old Chala Ogden from Hamilton with 8 charges including failure to comply with probation and two counts of fraud under $5,000.

Officers say the woman remains in custody.

Police thank the community for their courage and compassion in helping Sarkodie on July 11.

The investigation into Belinda Sarkodie’s death remains ongoing.

For those who wish to provide information anonymously, please consider reaching out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at Crime Stoppers Hamilton’s Website.

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