Tag: Waterloo Regional Police Service

Publish Date: Jan 20, 2021
Incident Date: Jan 14, 2021
Location: FRANKLIN BLVD, CAMBRIDGE, Ontario Canada

On January 20, 2021, members of Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Robbery Unit arrested an 18-year-old Mississauga male in Guelph in relation to this robbery. Police also recovered a firearm during the arrest. The male has been charged with Robbery with a Firearm, Forcible Confinement, Point Firearm, Weapons Dangerous, Carry a Concealed Weapon, Possession of Stolen Property over $5,000 and Disguise with Intent. The accused is scheduled to appear in court on January 21, 2021. Two other suspects remain outstanding. Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Published: Jan 15 2021 7:54AM
On January 14, 2021, at approximately 4:15 p.m., Waterloo Regional Police responded to reports of a robbery at a telecommunications store located in the area of Franklin Boulevard and Main Street in Cambridge. Three suspects entered the store, and two of the suspects threatened the employees with firearms. The suspects fled the store with an undisclosed amount of electronic products. They were last seen driving south on Franklin Street in a blue vehicle. The employees did not report any physical injuries. Approximately one hour later, at 5:10 p.m., a suspicious vehicle was observed in the parking lot of the Preston Arena on Hamilton Street in Cambridge. The individuals observed at the Preston Arena appeared to be similar in appearance to the males from the robbery. The vehicle exited the parking lot of the arena and was last seen driving towards King Street. Investigators are asking to speak with any witnesses to either incident. Investigators are also appealing to anyone who may have dash-cam footage from these areas at the time of the incidents. The suspects have been described as brown males in black clothing, who were all wearing face masks. Anyone with information is asked to call Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Publish Date: Jan 20, 2021
Incident Date: Jan 20, 2021
Location: OTTAWA ST N, KITCHENER, ON Canada

On Wednesday, January 20, 2021, as a result of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation, members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Central Division Community Oriented Response Enforcement (CORE) Team, with the assistance of the Emergency Response Team, conducted a Controlled Drugs and Substance Act search warrant at a residence in the area of Ottawa Street North in Kitchener.

As a result of the investigation, a 52-year-old male has been charged several offences including Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Schedule I – Fentanyl, Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Schedule I – Cocaine, Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Schedule I – Heroin, Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking
Schedule I – Methamphetamine, Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Schedule I – Hydromorphone, three counts of Possession of Identity Documents, Possession of Unauthorized weapon, Possession of Counterfeit Currency, and Possessing Cannabis for the purpose of selling.

The male was held for a bail hearing. As a result of the search warrant, police seized a substantial amount of suspected fentanyl, cocaine, hydromorphone, methamphetamine and heroin. Police also seized suspected stolen property, counterfeit money, and prohibited weapons, including a replica firearm inside the residence. Five other individuals found inside the residence were also arrested for various offences including the possession of schedule I substances, failing to comply with release orders, breaking and entering and failing to appear for court.

Publish Date: Jan 20, 2021
Incident Date: Jan 19, 2021
Location: RIVER RD E, KITCHENER, ON Canada

On January 19, 2021, at approximately 8 p.m., Waterloo Regional Police responded to the area of King Street West in Kitchener for a report of a break and enter. A male allegedly forced entry to a business and left after being confronted. At approximately 11 p.m., police responded to the area of River Road East for reports of an alarm at a business. Upon arrival, police located a male inside. As a result of the investigation, police formed grounds that the male had committed both break and enters. A 28-year-old Waterloo male has been charged with several offences including two counts of break and enter with intent to commit theft, and possession of break-in instruments. The male was held for a bail hearing.

Publish Date: Jan 18, 2021
Incident Date: Jan 15, 2021
Location: BAFFIN PL, WATERLOO, ON Canada

On January 14, 2021, at approximately 1:30 p.m., members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service’s North Division Community Orientated Response and Enforcement (CORE) team initiated an investigation into the production and distribution of illegal cannabis at two commercial properties on Baffin Place in Waterloo. With the assistance of the Ontario Fire Marshalls Office, Waterloo Fire Prevention, and the Provincial Joint Forces Cannabis Enforcement Team, the North Division CORE Team completed a Federal Cannabis Act search warrant and seized over 700 cannabis plants in various stages of growth, over 20,000 grams of cannabis bud and a large quantity of edibles. The total estimated street value is over $200,000. The investigation remains ongoing. Arrests and charges are pending.

Publish Date: Jan 8, 2021
Incident Date: Dec 11, 2020
Location: CAMBRIDGE, ON Canada

In December 2020, the Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Cybercrime – Internet Child Exploitation Unit, commenced an investigation involving child pornography. On January 8, 2021, as a result of the ongoing investigation, police arrested a 13-year-old Cambridge male, charging him with Extortion, Luring a Child Under 16 Years, Distribute Child Pornography, and Distribute Intimate Image Without Consent. The Waterloo Regional Police Service is a member of the Ontario Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet. This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

Publish Date: Jan 7, 2021
Incident Date: Jan 6, 2021
Location: SUNVIEW ST, Bld: B, WATERLOO, ON Canada

On January 6, 2021, at approximately 12 p.m., Waterloo Regional Police responded to the area of Sunview Street, near University Avenue in Waterloo for reports of a stabbing. Three male victims attended local hospitals and received treatment for non-life-threatening injuries, prior to police arrival. Police believe that the suspects and victims are known to each other and this was a targeted incident. The area has been canvassed for witnesses and evidence by police. Investigators are requesting anyone with any information related to this incident to contact police at 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Publish Date: Jan 5, 2021
Incident Date: Nov 12, 2020
Location: MAPLE GROVE RD, CAMBRIDGE, ON Canada

Between October 8, 2020, and December 7, 2020, the Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Cybercrime – Internet Child Exploitation Unit conducted an investigation into child pornography.

The investigation began as an undercover online investigation pertaining to the distribution of child pornography in the Region of Waterloo. On January 5, 2021, as a result of the investigation, a search warrant was completed at a residence in Cambridge. During the search warrant, police located numerous digital devices. Information consistent with the original child pornography possession was located on scene.

As a result, a 26-year-old Cambridge male has been arrested and charged with two counts of possession of child pornography, making available child pornography, two counts of breach probation order, and unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon. The Waterloo Regional Police Service is a member of the Ontario Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet. This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

Publish Date: Jan 4, 2021
Incident Date: Dec 31, 2020
Location: KINGSWAY DR, KITCHENER, ON Canada

On December 31, 2020, at approximately 3 p.m., Waterloo Regional Police responded to the area of Kingsway Drive and Wilson Avenue in Kitchener for a report of a robbery in progress.

A female victim was walking in the area when two male suspects approached her from behind, assaulted her, and stole personal property. Two witnesses observed the incident and followed the suspects. A quick and coordinated response from patrol and with the assistance of K9 and members of the Emergency Response Team, officers located the two suspects. As a result of the investigation a 14-year-old male and a 15-year-old male, both from Kitchener were arrested and charged with Robbery.

Publish Date: Jan 4, 2021
Incident Date: Jan 4, 2021
Location: HIGHLAND RD E, KITCHENER, ON Canada

On January 4, 2021, at approximately 1 a.m., Waterloo Regional Police responded to a convenience store on Highland Road East, in Kitchener for a report of a robbery. The suspect entered the store, brandished a weapon, and demanded money.

The victim did not sustain any physical injuries. The suspect has been described as female, white, approximately 5’7″ tall, with a thin build, wearing a grey jacket with a white inner hood, dark jeans, and black running shoes. Police are looking to identify and speak with this individual in connection to the incident. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police at 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

The Waterloo Regional Police Service has been notified that a sworn member has tested positive for COVID-19.

The officer, who is currently assigned to Central Division, was last at work on December 28, 2020, and is currently self-isolating and following all recommended health guidelines.

All areas where the member worked have been cleaned and sanitized.

The Waterloo Regional Police Service has been working closely with Waterloo Region Public Health to ensure proper contact tracing is undertaken. At this time, it has been determined that no high-risk contact was made with any member of the public. 

Publish Date: Jan 1, 2021
Incident Date: Dec 31, 2020
Location: DUNDAS ST N and CAMBRIDGE ST, CAMBRIDGE ON Canada

On December 31, 2020, at approximately 10:10 p.m., Waterloo Regional Police Service’s South CORE (Community Oriented Response and Enforcement) Team located and arrested a 38-year-old Cambridge male for an outstanding warrant near downtown Galt. Further police investigation revealed the male was breaching several of his release order terms.

The male was also unlawfully in possession of several government identity cards, bank cards, and financial documents, which were seized. As a result of the investigation, the male was charged with 38 criminal code offences, 1 count possession of controlled substance schedule 1, contrary to the Controlled Drug Substance Act, and 1 count of Drive While Under Suspension, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. He is scheduled to appear in court on January 1, 2021.

Publish Date: Dec 31, 2020
Incident Date: Dec 27, 2020
Location: LOBSINGER LINE, WOOLWICH, ON Canada

On December 30, 2020, Waterloo Regional Police, in consultation with Region of Waterloo Public Health, issued a charge under the ROA to members of a church located on Lobsinger Line in Woolwich Township. On December 27, 2020, Waterloo Regional Police responded to the church located on Lobsinger Line in Woolwich Township and observed breaches of the province-wide shutdown restrictions.

On December 26, 2020, the Province placed the Region of Waterloo in shutdown, limiting weddings, funerals and other religious services, rites, or ceremonies where physical distancing can be maintained to 10 people indoors and 10 people outdoors.

As we continue to witness a rise in COVID-19 cases globally, nationally, and locally, the Waterloo Regional Police Service reminds residents to stay home and only leave for essential reasons. We understand that many people have had to make adjustments to the way they live and interact. However, we continue to encourage everyone to practice physical distancing and use a face covering when 2 meters cannot be maintained.

To help slow the spread of COVID-19 this holiday season and throughout the shutdown period, stay home as much as possible. Only gather with those in your household and stay connected with friends and family virtually.

The charged members were issued Part III Summons, Contrary to section 10.1 of the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act, for a gathering at another prescribed premises, being a place of worship and the number of people in attendance exceeded the number permitted per a continued section 7.0.2 order of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act.

Publish Date: Dec 30, 2020
Incident Date: Dec 6, 2020
Location: WATERLOO, ON Canada

On December 30, 2020, members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Break, Enter and Vehicle Theft team completed an investigation into two residential break and enters that occurred in Waterloo during the month of December. On December 6, 2020, the suspect allegedly entered an apartment building located on Albert Street in Waterloo and made entry through an insecure front door while the victims were asleep.

The suspect stole personal identity documents, cash, and electronics. On December 16, 2020, the suspect allegedly cut the lock to the rear door of an apartment building on Hemlock Street in Waterloo and forced entry to a unit while the residents were sleeping. The suspect then stole numerous items including electronics and clothing. He later returned to the unit to retrieve property and was confronted by the homeowners. On December 30, 2020, a 39-year-old Waterloo male was arrested and charged in connection to the investigation. He has been charged with several offences, including two counts of break and enter, possession/use stolen credit card, and breach of probation. The male was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Publish Date: Dec 29, 2020
Incident Date: Dec 28, 2020
Location: EDWARD ST, CAMBRIDGE, ON Canada

On December 28, 2020, at approximately 9:45 p.m., Waterloo Regional Police responded to the area of Edward Street and Johnston Avenue in Cambridge for a report of a robbery. The victim had arranged to sell an item online through a buy and sell website and met with unknown individuals in a nearby parking lot. During the exchanged the victim was approached by two males, one of which was brandishing a gun.

The males robbed the victim and were last seen fleeing on foot. The victim did not sustain any physical injuries. The first suspect has been described as male, white, approximately 6′ tall, with a thin build, wearing black clothing and a dark mask. The race of the second suspect is unknown at this time, however, they have been described as male, approximately 5’5” tall, with a thin build wearing dark clothing and a mask. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police at 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Waterloo Regional Police would like to remind the public of the buy and sell exchange zone at North Division, located at 45 Columbia Street in Waterloo. The public is encouraged to use this location when meeting to exchange items. Other safety tips to consider while exchanging items are: bring a friend or let someone know when and where your meeting is taking place, don’t carry a large amount of cash with you, and be wary of the location changing at the last minute.

Publish Date: Dec 29, 2020
Incident Date: Dec 28, 2020
Location: KING ST E and FAIRVIEW AVE, KITCHENER ON Canada

On Monday, December 29, 2020, at approximately 8:45 p.m., Waterloo Regional Police responded to the area of King Street East at Fairview Avenue in Kitchener for a hit and run collision involving a vehicle and a Region of Waterloo Paramedic Service’s Ambulance.

The Ambulance was travelling west on route to the hospital with a patient on board when it was struck by a vehicle travelling east. The impact caused damage along the driver’s side of both vehicles. The Ambulance stopped, however, the other vehicle failed to remain and was last seen travelling east toward Ottawa Street.

The paramedic driving the ambulance suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to hospital in a second Ambulance. The paramedic in the back, along with the patient on board were not injured. King Street was closed to traffic until 10:30 p.m.

The investigation remains ongoing by the Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Traffic Unit. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information relating to the vehicle involved is asked to call police at 519-570-9777 x8856 or x8791, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.