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9 hours ago
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Police catch break-in suspect driving stolen car
The interior of an Acura vehicle is seen in this undated stock image. (Erick Mclean/ Waterloo Regional Police say a traffic stop ended with the arrest of a Kitchener man, who allegedly broke into two homes and stole two vehicles on the same day. On July 17, officers spotted an Acura on Ardelt Avenue with no rear lights and pulled the vehicle over. They determined the driver, a 42-year-old man, was wanted for an earlier incident involving a Mercedes Benz. The keys to that vehicle were stolen during a break-in. Police, who obtained photos of the driver from CCTV cameras, also learned the Acura had been stolen during a break-in at a nearby home. The man was charged with break and enter to commit indictable offence, theft of a motor vehicle, two counts of possession of stolen property over $5,000, possession of cocaine, and offences under the Highway Traffic Act. Police said more charges are anticipated.
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11 hours ago
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Victim injured during buy-and-sell meetup in downtown Kitchener
A sign at the Buy and Sell Exchange Zone for Waterloo Regional Police. (Source: WRPS) Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a violent robbery in downtown Kitchener. The victim, who was trying to sell unspecified property, arranged to meet a potential buyer at Joseph Street and Gaukel Street, near Victoria Park, on Wednesday afternoon. Police said a group of males were waiting at that location. When the buyer showed them the item, police said 'the suspects took it from the victim and hit and assaulted them with an unknown object.' The buyer had only minor, non-life-threatening injuries. One of the suspects was described as a Black man, 40 to 50 years old, and approximately 6'0' with black dreadlocks. The incident was reported to police approximately five hours later. Anyone who saw anything suspicious is asked to contact WRPS at 519-570-9777. Tips for buyers and sellers Waterloo Regional Police say safety should be the priority when buying or selling something to a stranger. As such, they have set up three designated Buy and Sell Exchange Zones in the parking lots of their detachments. They can be found at: Police also shared the following tips for any transactions or exchanges:
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13 hours ago
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Police seek to identify ‘suspicious' driver
A Mercedes seen on July 17, 2025 in the area of Monarch Woods Drive and Mossgrove Drive in Kitchener. (Source: WRPS) Waterloo Regional Police are trying to identify the driver of a vehicle who approached a young girl in Kitchener. On Thursday, around 1 p.m., a man driving a black Mercedes CLS400 pulled up beside the girl in the area of Monarch Woods Drive and Mossgrove Drive. Police said there was a 'brief interaction' between the two but did not specify what happened. They are now seeking to identify the driver. Police said the Mercedes had tints on the front and rear windows and another male may have been sitting in the passenger seat. Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777.
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a day ago
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Kitchener Rangers announce overagers for next season
The Kitchener Rangers are saying goodbye to two potential overagers as they announce roster updates for the upcoming season. In a news release on Friday, the team announced Jakub Chromiak, Jack Pridham and Christian Humphreys will be joining the blue shirts next season as long as they don't get called up to join NHL teams during training camps this fall. 'All three of these guys were such a big part of our team last year and the possibility of all three returning is a huge boost to our team for this upcoming season,' Mike McKenzie, Kitchener Rangers' general manager, said. 'All three players had options to play in other leagues, but we are thrilled they have chosen to stay in Kitchener for another season and be key veteran members of our team.' However, the announcement also comes with some fond farewells. Chris Grisolia and Cameron Mercer will not be hitting the ice with the Rangers as OHL teams are only allowed to carry three overage players each season. Mercer has been with the team for more than 280 regular and playoff games over the span of four seasons. He is also known for his work off the ice, raising over $17,000 for SickKids through his Mercer's Mission campaign. He was inspired to start the initiative after his brother, Nathan, received emergency brain surgery in 2008. Nathan spent more time at SickKids over the years, undergoing multiple brain surgeries, but is still alive today. 'We would like to thank Cam for the last four years and his dedication to our program,' McKenzie said. 'He was such a popular player around the room and someone that was a pleasure to be around and coach. We will miss Cam but wish him the best of luck in his next chapter.' Meanwhile, Grisolia has been with the team since October 2024 after a trade with the Barrie Colts. He appeared in 55 regular season games and posted ten goals. 'Chris was only here for one season but left a positive mark on our organization with his work ethic and popularity in the dressing room,' McKenzie said. 'We wish Chris the best in the next stop on his hockey journey.'
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a day ago
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Police release new photo as part of armed home invasion investigation in Kitchener
A blue vehicle is seen in this image released by the Waterloo Regional Police Service. (Courtesy: Waterloo Regional Police Service) The Waterloo Regional Police Service has released an image of a vehicle as part of an investigation into a home invasion in Kitchener. Officers were called to a disturbance in the Selkirk Drive and Geneva Crescent area on July 10 around 11 a.m. They were told a male suspect walked into the home through an open back door, took out a handgun and was confronted by two males inside the house. A fight ensued and police said the suspect used an edged weapon to hurt one of the males. The suspect then ran to a waiting vehicle and left the area. Investigators are now trying to identify the vehicle and its occupants.
