Crime of the Week
Waterloo Regional Police Investigating after Male Observed With Injuries in Kitchener
March 27, 2023
Monday March 27, 2023 Case # 1842
OFFENCE: Assault WA23-074553
DATE: March 18, 2023
LOCATION: Queen Street South and Charles Street West, Kitchener, ON
Waterloo Regional Police Investigating after Male Observed With Injuries in Kitchener
Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a reported assault that occurred on March 18, 2023.
At approximately 3:25 p.m., police observed a male with injuries in the area of Queen Street South and Charles Street West in Kitchener.
As a result of the initial investigation, police determined that a group of individuals assaulted the victim.
The 29-year-old male victim was transported to hospital by Region of Waterloo Paramedic Services with serious injuries.
The investigation is ongoing.
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Assault with a Weapon - Road Rage Incident
March 21, 2023
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a road rage incident that led to a stabbing in Kitchener.
On March 6, 2023, at approximately 6 p.m., police responded to a report of a stabbing in the area of Homer Watson Boulevard and Manitou Drive.
Through investigation, police determined that an altercation occurred between two drivers, which resulted in one driver being stabbed as a result of an alleged road rage incident.
The 24-year-old male victim was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The unknown suspect male was described as white, tall, with brown/black shoulder-length straight hair.
The subject vehicle was described as a white Infinity Q50.
Both vehicles were travelling north on Homer Watson Boulevard at the time of the incident.
The investigation is ongoing by members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service's General Investigations Unit.
Police Investigating Road Rage Stabbing Incident
March 20, 2023
Monday March 20, 2023 Case # 1841
OFFENCE: Assault with Weapon WA23-063051 (917)
DATE: March 6, 2023
LOCATION: Homer Watson Boulevard and Manitou Drive, Kitchener, ON
Waterloo Regional Police Investigating Road Rage Stabbing Incident
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a road rage incident that led to a stabbing in Kitchener.
On March 6, 2023, at approximately 6 p.m., police responded to a report of a stabbing in the area of Homer Watson Boulevard and Manitou Drive.
Through investigation, police determined that an altercation occurred between two drivers, which resulted in one driver being stabbed as a result of an alleged road rage incident.
The 24-year-old male victim was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The unknown suspect male was described as white, 6'0" tall, with brown/black shoulder-length straight hair.
The subject vehicle was described as a white Infinity Q50.
Both vehicles were travelling north on Homer Watson Boulevard at the time of the incident.
The investigation is ongoing by members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service's General Investigations Unit.
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Stolen Vehicles
March 13, 2023
Monday March 13, 2023 Case # 1840
OFFENCE: Stolen Vehicles WA23-065429 (913)
DATE: March 8, 2023
LOCATION: Cambridge, ON
WRPS Break, Enter and Vehicle Theft Team Recover Two Stolen Vehicles
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating after two vehicles were stolen with the use of Relay and Reprogramming Technology.
Sometime overnight between March 8, 2023, and March 9, 2023, unknown suspect(s) attended two separate addresses in south Cambridge and stole parked vehicles.
These vehicles were:
• A Toyota Highlander - stolen from a driveway in the area of McNichol Drive and Haskell Road
• A Toyota Highlander - stolen from a driveway in the area of Carpenter Road and Bloomington Drive
The vehicles were newer, high-end vehicles with keyless entry and push-started technology.
Both vehicles were recovered in the area of Main Street North and Mansfield Drive in St. George on the morning of March 9, 2022, with similar damage to the driver's door handles and the headliner pulled down at the trunk, exposing wiring harnesses.
This damage is consistent with the reprogramming style of theft in which the thieves force entry into a vehicle and then program a new key.
How does relay vehicle theft work?
The suspect will approach a residence and use technology to find a key fob signal from inside the residence. The technology allows the suspects to remain outside the residence to amplify and transfer the key fob signal in order to unlock, start and steal the vehicle.
The theft of the vehicle typically goes undetected until the morning when the owner discovers the vehicle has been stolen and they are still in possession of the key fob.
How does reprogramming vehicle theft work?
The suspects will approach the vehicle and force entry inside. Once inside the vehicle, an electronic device is used to access the vehicle's diagnostics. The suspects then reprogram a blank key fob so the vehicle can be started.
How to protect your vehicle from a Relay or Reprogramming Theft?
Make your vehicle more secure with the following prevention tips:
• Park your vehicle inside a locked and secure garage
• Block the access to the onboard diagnostic port to prevent thieves from reprogramming the vehicle's key fob (a simple device can be purchased online)
• Use a steering wheel locking device to deter theft
• When not in use, place the vehicle key fob inside a radio frequency shielding bag/pouch to block cell signals
• Consider equipping your vehicle with an aftermarket Global Positioning System (GPS) tracker. The tracker may assist police in locating the vehicle and/or suspects
Ensure all keys are accounted for and never left in the vehicle or unattended
• Lock your vehicle at all times
• Never leave your vehicle running and unattended
• Consider purchasing a surveillance system and ensure the quality and function will capture any suspicious activity for a 24-hour period
If you observe suspicious people looking into vehicles in your neighbourhood, we encourage you to call police immediately. This will assist investigators in tracking patterns of criminal behaviour and potentially identifying suspects.
A crime in progress can be reported by calling 9-1-1.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information, or video surveillance footage, is encouraged to contact police at 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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Three Robbery Incidents
February 14, 2023
Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police continue to investigate three robberies that occurred in Kitchener on February 2, 2023.
At approximately 9:45 p.m., police responded to a report of a robbery at a restaurant in the area of Belmont Avenue West and Glasgow Street. An unknown male entered a restaurant brandishing a knife and demanded cash from the store employee. The male then fled the store. The employee did not sustain any physical injuries.
At approximately 9:55 p.m.., police responded to a report of a robbery at a convenience store in the area of Highland Road West and Fischer-Hallman Road. An unknown male entered the store brandishing a knife and demanded cash from the employee. The male then fled the store. The employee did not sustain any physical injuries.
At approximately 10:10 p.m., police responded to a report of a robbery at a convenience store in the area of Victoria Street North and Lancaster Street. An unknown male entered the store and told the employee that he had a gun. The male demanded cash from the employee and then fled the store. The employee did not sustain any physical injuries.
Investigators are seeking the public's assistance in identifying and locating the individual in the image below.
Waterloo Regional Police Continue to Investigate Three Robberies in Kitchener
February 13, 2023
Monday February 13, 2023 Case # 1837
OFFENCE: Robbery WA23-032410
DATE: February 2, 2023
LOCATION: Kitchener, ON
Waterloo Regional Police Continue to Investigate Three Robberies in Kitchener
Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police continue to investigate three robberies that occurred in Kitchener on February 2, 2023.
At approximately 9:45 p.m., police responded to a report of a robbery at a restaurant in the area of Belmont Avenue West and Glasgow Street. An unknown male entered a restaurant brandishing a knife and demanded cash from the store employee. The male then fled the store. The employee did not sustain any physical injuries.
At approximately 9:55 p.m.., police responded to a report of a robbery at a convenience store in the area of Highland Road West and Fischer-Hallman Road. An unknown male entered the store brandishing a knife and demanded cash from the employee. The male then fled the store. The employee did not sustain any physical injuries.
At approximately 10:10 p.m., police responded to a report of a robbery at a convenience store in the area of Victoria Street North and Lancaster Street. An unknown male entered the store and told the employee that he had a gun. The male demanded cash from the employee and then fled the store. The employee did not sustain any physical injuries.
Investigators are seeking the public's assistance in identifying and locating the individual in the image below.
Police believe all three robbery incidents are connected.
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WRPS' Robbery Unit Investigating Incident at Cambridge Business
February 06, 2023
Monday February 6, 2023 Case # 1836
OFFENCE: Robbery WA23-030826
DATE: February 1, 2023
LOCATION: Queen Street East, Cambridge, ON
WRPS' Robbery Unit Investigating Incident at Cambridge Business
Occ: 23-030826 (909)
Members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service's Robbery Unit are investigating an incident in Cambridge.
On February 1, 2023, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a robbery took place at a business in the area of Queen Street East.
Three unknown suspects entered the business brandishing a knife and a handgun.
The suspects stole merchandise from the business before fleeing in an awaiting getaway car, where a fourth suspect was waiting in a dark coloured Honda CRV.
The suspect vehicle was last seen fleeing the area towards Cooper Street and is believed to have gone towards Townline Road.
There were no physical injuries reported.
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Waterloo Regional Police Continue to Investigate Cambridge Home Invasion Occ: 23-018343 (909)
January 27, 2023
Monday January 23, 2023 Case # 1834
OFFENCE: Home Invasion WA23-018343
DATE: January 19, 2023
LOCATION: West River Road and Culham Drive, Cambridge, ON
Waterloo Regional Police Continue to Investigate Cambridge Home Invasion Occ: 23-018343 (909)
Waterloo Region, Ontario – Police are continuing to investigate a home invasion that took place in Cambridge.
On January 19, 2023, at approximately 7 p.m., police responded to reports of a home invasion in the area of West River Road and Culham Drive.
Two unknown masked males brandished a firearm and forced their way into a home.
The three occupants inside the home at the time of the incident reported no physical injuries.
Investigators believe that this was a targeted incident.
Anyone with information is asked to call the WRPS Robbery Unit at 519-570-9777 ext. 8255.
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Waterloo Regional Police Investigating Thefts from Motor Vehicles in University District
January 26, 2023
Cambridge Break and Enter
December 13, 2022
WRPS' Break, Enter and Vehicle Theft Team are continuing to investigate a commercial break and
enter in Cambridge.
On November 25, 2022, at approximately 4:50 a.m., two unknown suspects forced entry to the front door of a business located in the area of King Street East and Westminster Drive South and stole merchandise.
Investigators would like to identify and speak with the individuals pictured in connection to this incident.
The suspects are believed to have been riding bicycles, including the one pictured.
WRPS Investigating Theft of 32 Enclosed Semi-Trailers from Kitchener Occ: 22-303641 (913)
December 13, 2022
Police Investigating Assault in Victoria Hills Area of Kitchener Occ: 22-297964 (907)
December 09, 2022
WRPS Investigating Pharmacy Robbery on Huron Road in Kitchener
December 08, 2022
WRPS Continue to Investigate Kitchener Altercation Involving Firearm Occ: 22-293755 (917)
December 05, 2022
Shooting Investigation in Waterloo
September 23, 2022
Waterloo Regional Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying three individuals in connection to a shooting in Waterloo.
On August 6, 2022, at approximately 3:25 a.m., police received reports that an individual had been shot in the area of Larch Street and Hickory Street.
The investigation is ongoing by members of WRPS’ Major Crime Unit. Investigators would like to identify and speak with the three individuals pictured below in connection to this.
Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 8191, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Crime Stoppers will pay a cash reward for any information leading to an arrest in this incident or any other serious crime. You won't be asked to identify yourself, or testify in court.
Leave a tip with Crime Stoppers in one of three convenient ways:
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Rogers Crime of Week/Month
July 13, 2022
WRPS Investigating Two Shooting Incidents in Kitchener
June 24, 2022
On June 16, 2022, at approximately 7 a.m., police received a report of shots fired in the area of Belmont Avenue West and Karn Street in Kitchener. It was reported that shots were fired in this location. It is believed that this incident happened at approximately 12:30 a.m.
On June 16, 2022, at approximately 3 a.m., police received a report of several shots being fired in the area of Greenfield Avenue and Kingsway Drive in Kitchener. This incident involved multiple shots being fired at a vehicle.
There have been no reported injuries as a result of either incident.
Both shootings are believed to have been targeted and officers are investigating whether the two incidents are related.
Both investigations are ongoing by members of the General Investigations Unit.
Anyone with information, or anyone who may have dash-cam footage or surveillance video in the area, is encouraged to call police at 519-570-9777.
Crime Stoppers will pay a cash reward for any information leading to an arrest in this incident or any other serious crime. You won't be asked to identify yourself, or testify in court.
Leave a tip with Crime Stoppers in one of three convenient ways:
- the toll-free number of 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)
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Police investigating two shooting incidents in Kitchener
May 25, 2022
Waterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate two shooting incidents in Kitchener.
On May 24, 2022, at approximately 8:15 a.m., police responded to the area of Windflower Drive and Windflower Crescent for a report of property damage to a home.
Upon arrival, officers located damage to an interior wall and couch in the home that was determined to have been caused by bullets.
Through investigation, police determined that, sometime between 10 p.m. on May 23, 2022, and 12 a.m. on May 24, 2022, shots had been fired at McLennan Park as a group of individuals set off fireworks. A short time later, shots were fired at the residence in the area of Windflower Drive and Windflower Crescent.
Police searched McLennan Park on May 24, 2022, at approximately 12 p.m., and located evidence that a firearm had been discharged. Members of the WRPS’ Forensic Identification Unit processed the two locations for evidence.
The shootings are believed to be related and to have been targeted incidents.
The investigation is ongoing by members of the General Investigations Unit.
Crime Stoppers will pay a cash reward for any information leading to an arrest in this incident or any other serious crime. You won't be asked to identify yourself, or testify in court.
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Break-in Investigation in Kitchener
April 22, 2022
Waterloo Regional Police Investigating Break-in on Old Carriage Drive in Kitchener
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a break and enter at a residence on Old Carriage Drive in Kitchener.
On April 12, 2022, at approximately 11:20 p.m., police responded to a report of a break-in.
An unknown suspect reportedly climbed onto a second-floor balcony and attempted to force their way into a unit at an apartment building.
The suspect was confronted by the homeowner and fled the area on foot.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with dash-cam or home surveillance footage in the area, or anyone with information, is encouraged to call police at 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Crime Stoppers will pay a cash reward for any information leading to an arrest in this incident or any other serious crime. You won't be asked to identify yourself, or testify in court.
Leave a tip with Crime Stoppers in one of three convenient ways:
- the toll-free number of 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)
- a secure anonymous tip online at waterloocrimestoppers.ca
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Grandparent Scam Incidents
March 01, 2022
WRPS Issue Fraud Warning After Older Adults Targeted
Waterloo Regional Police Service are issuing a warning to older adults in the community after receiving several reports of frauds targeting this population.
In the grandparent scam (also known as the emergency scam), the fraudster contacts the victim, claiming that a family member is in crisis and needs money. While the fraudster can claim to be any member of the family (e.g., aunt, uncle, child, spouse) or friend, grandparents may be particularly vulnerable. Typically, a call is made from someone claiming to be the victim’s grandchild. They will state they are in trouble, such as having been arrested or involved in a collision, and need money. Usually, the victim is instructed to send money immediately. Sometimes a second call will be placed from someone pretending to be a lawyer or police officer.
On February 23, 2022, at approximately 7:05 p.m., police received a report of 76-year-old and 79-year-old Cambridge grandparents who were targets of this scam. They received a phone call from a male claiming to be their grandson, who told them he had been in an accident and was in custody. The fraudster instructed them he needed $14,000 to cover the damages. He further instructed them to withdraw these funds in cash from the bank and to say it was for home renovations if questioned. In this instance, the fraudster actually attended the victims’ home in person, obtaining over $14,000 in cash.
A similar incident occurred earlier in the day in Cambridge, where victims were defrauded out of over $4,000.
The suspect in both incidents is described as a white male, approximately 5’6” tall, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and black pants.
The investigations into these frauds are ongoing by Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Organized Financial Crime Team.
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To protect yourself and others from this type of scam, consider the following:
- Take time to think. The fraudster will make it sound urgent to pressure you.
- Contact the family member in question. Emotions might be running high but take the time to check.
- Ask questions only family members would know.
- Call someone you trust or police for an opinion about the call (fraudsters will say they don't want anyone to know because they are embarrassed).
- Do not send any money.
If you believe you have been a victim of a similar scam, you can file a complaint with the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre or contact Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777.
Crime Stoppers will pay a cash reward for any information leading to an arrest in this incident or any other serious crime. You won't be asked to identify yourself, or testify in court.
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