On May 19, 2021, the Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Robbery Unit arrested a Waterloo male in connection to an armed robbery.
On May 14, 2021, police responded to the area of Devitt Avenue North in Waterloo for a report of an attempt vehicle theft. The victim reported that at approximately 3 a.m., he was woken to the sounds of someone attempting to steal his motor vehicle. The victim confronted the suspect and was threatened by a knife. No physical injuries were sustained as a result of the incident. The suspect was last seen fleeing the area on foot.
As a result of the investigation an 18-year-old male was held for a bail hearing and charged with the following offences, Robbery with a Weapon, Weapons Dangerous, Possession Over $5,000, and Possession of a Controlled Substance.