Hamilton police say they have identified one teen suspect and are working to identify a second after a stabbing and bear-spray attack at an unlicensed short-term rental property on Halloween.

A 17-year-old was assaulted at the house on Shelby Avenue, near Barton Street East and Strathearne Avenue, where a large party was held Oct. 31.

The house is not licensed as a short-term rental, in violation of a City of Hamilton bylaw.

City licensing staff have been “actively investigating” the property since June, said Dan Smith, acting director of licensing and bylaw.

Four administrative penalties totalling $1,400 were issued against the property in June and July, including for operating a short-term rental without licence, operating a short-term rental that is not a principal residence and f

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