Waterloo Regional Police Launch Annual Backpack Challenge
The Waterloo Regional Police Service is once again challenging the community to take part in its fourth annual Backpack Challenge.
The Challenge encourages residents to purchase new backpacks, lunch bags, school supplies, or gift cards to be donated to children and families in need. Once again this year, we are also encouraging donations of cloth masks so children can return safely to school this fall.
More than 5,000 backpacks have been collected during the past three years, along with thousands of dollars in gift cards and school supplies. They have been donated to youth organizations and children in Waterloo Region to ensure they have an exciting back-to-school experience.
“This year, much like last year, has been exceptionally challenging for many of us,” said Bryan Larkin, Chief of Police. “With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we want to ensure that every child in Waterloo Region goes back to school feeling confident, excited, and safe. Together, we can make a difference.”
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Operation Safe Driver Results in 373 Charges in Waterloo Region
Between July 11, 2021, and July 17, 2021, 475 vehicles were stopped and 373 charges were laid as part of the Operation Safe Driver campaign.
Officers also conducted 25 Commercial Motor Vehicle Inspections and took 10 Commercial Motor Vehicles out of service.
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The Government of Ontario's new legislation, the Moving Ontarians More Safely Act, 2021 (MOMS Act), will increase penalties for drivers who engage in dangerous behaviours on roadways, including stunt driving.
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Waterloo Regional Police are issuing a warning after four vehicles were stolen in the past month with the use of Relay and Reprogramming Technology.
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Read about some of our latest investigations:
- After an investigation by our Cybercrime - Child Internet Exploitation Unit, a 27-year-old Cambridge male was arrested and charged with Possession of Child Pornography and Making Available Child Pornography
- Officers continue to investigate a shooting incident that occurred in the area of Ingleside Drive in Kitchener. Two males, aged 22 and 23, are facing several firearm-related charges.
- As a result of a single motor vehicle collision on Fairway Road North, a 34-year-old female driver was charged with Careless Driving and Drive Motor Vehicle - No Licence.
- Our Break, Enter, and Vehicle Theft Team continues to investigate seven break-ins to businesses throughout Kitchener and Waterloo.
- As a result of a collision investigation in Waterloo, a 69-year-old Toronto female has been charged with Careless Driving - Cause Bodily Harm.
- Members of our Traffic Services Unit continue to investigate a collision that occurred on July 23, 2021, on Shantz Station Road in Woolwich Township.
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A 34-year-old male is facing numerous charges, including mischief, uttering death threats, and assault police, after officers responded to reports of a disturbance in Cambridge.
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On July 22, 2021, members of the General Investigations Unit, with the assistance of the Emergency Response Team and Investigative Services, seized a loaded handgun and suspected methamphetamine in connection to a search warrant. As a result, a 40-year-old Kitchener male was arrested.
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The Break, Enter, and Vehicle Theft Unit continues to investigate several break-ins at vehicle dealerships throughout the Region. Three Kitchener residents have been arrested and charged.
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WRPS and Crime Stoppers Partner with Circle K Convenience Stores for Operation Freeze
With summer well underway, youth in Waterloo Region will have the chance to be given a cool treat from the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS).
With the return of Operation Freeze, WRPS members will be on the lookout for youth demonstrating good behaviours and positive interactions. Once spotted, members will give the youth a cool treat coupon. These coupons can then be taken to any Circle K convenience store to be redeemed for a free Froster drink.
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Thank you to Constable Matt VanderHeide, Constable Mihai Matiut, Constable Chris McPherson, and Constable Dave Gilker (off-camera) for making this little girl's birthday extra special! |
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On July 12, 2021, we honoured the service, bravery, and sacrifice of Constable Jeffrey Northrup of the Toronto Police Service.
May he rest in peace.
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Everyone has a different reason.
For Staff Sergeant Halliday and Constable Johnson, it was for their parents.
Please consider donating blood. You could save a life.
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The day started off like any other.
It was January 1, 2019 - a cold wintery day that welcomed a fresh start to a New Year.
Constable Jaan Montgomery reported for duty as a Waterloo Regional Police Officer and was sent to guard a suspect who was a patient at Grand River Hospital. He was seated outside the hospital room, sipping on a hot coffee a colleague had brought to him.
That’s the last thing he remembers.
He woke up on the floor, confused, groggy, scared. He tried to push himself up, but couldn’t move.
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During the first half of 2021, officers responded to 533 overdose calls in Waterloo Region.
If you or someone you know uses drugs, carry naloxone and don’t use alone.
Call 9-1-1 if you suspect someone has overdosed. You could save a life.
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How many bike thefts have been reported in Waterloo Region this year so far?
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Congratulations to Gabriele W., the winner of last month's trivia question. The name of the app that can assist our Communications Centre to better locate callers is called "What Three Words".
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Happy birthday to our police dog, Tracker, who celebrated his 6th birthday today on July 7, 2021.
Thank you for supporting our officers and for everything you do to keep @RegionWaterloo safe.
Keep being pawsome!
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The Waterloo Regional Police Service is committed to enhancing communication and engagement with the community - so get social with us: |
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For more information about the Waterloo Regional Police Service, visit: www.wrps.on.ca
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