Waterloo Regional Police have laid charges following a robbery in Kitchener.
On July 27, 2026, at approximately 10:45 p.m., officers responded to the area of Highland Road West for a report of an incident involving a weapon.
Through the investigation, police learned that a suspect approached the victim, brandished a knife, and demanded property.
There were no reported physical injuries.
Investigators believe the incident was targeted.
As a result of the investigation, a 15-year-old male was arrested and charged with Robbery and Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777.
WRPS Public Information Unit
519-570-9777 (WRPS) ext. 8188
publicinfo@wrps.on.ca
Waterloo Regional Police ServiceP.O. Box 3070, 200 Maple Grove Road, Cambridge, ON N3H 5M1Non-Emergency: 519-570-9777Emergency: 9-1-1
File: WA26110257
Published: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 7:40 a.m.
Source: Waterloo Regional Police Service