From all of us at WRPS, we wish you a happy and safe Canada Day. |
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“The pandemic has affected so many people, including our children. It's important to take part in the challenge to ensure our children have fun and stay healthy.”
Get your move on!
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Creating a Safer Waterloo Region
In May 2021, several warrants were completed, arrests made, and illegal weapons/drugs taken off the streets.
If you suspect crime is happening in your neighbourhood, please call us at 519-570-9777.
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Road Safety Results for May 2021
In May 2021, officers laid more than 2,600 road safety charges.
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to making Waterloo Region roadways safe.
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On June 28, 2021, officers responded to the area of King Street West and Ontario Street North in Kitchener for a report of a male brandishing a folding knife and threatening another male.
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On June 29, 2021, police received a report of an individual receiving a request for personal information from a friend's hacked social media account.
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On June 28, 2021, Emergency Services responded to a collision on River Road East, near Lorraine Avenue, in Kitchener. Upon arrival, police located a motorcyclist with serious injuries.
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On June 28, 2021, officers initiated a traffic stop for a driving offence in Kitchener. Through investigation, a loaded handgun was seized. Two males are facing weapons-related charges.
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After investigation, officers have charged a 26-year-old Cambridge female with Attempt Murder in connection to an incident that occurred on June 25, 2021.
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In June 2020, officers received a report of a theft of a tractor-trailer from a business in Cambridge. After investigation, police located the stolen property at a storage unit in Scarborough.
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On June 22, 2021, officers responded to a report of two males walking with guns along the Grand River in Cambridge. After further investigation, both males were charged with numerous drug and weapon-related offences.
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On June 9, 2021, members of the Drugs and Firearms Team, with the assistance of the Emergency Response Team, conducted two search warrants at a Kitchener hotel. As a result, a male and a female are facing multiple charges.
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Earlier this month, WRPS members participated in the Torch Run in support of Special Olympics Ontario. Together, we raised $3,260!
Thank you for your ongoing commitment and dedication to championing acceptance and inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities.
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Children enjoying some time at a Kitchener skateboard park received quite the surprise when former BMX professional Constable John Heaton showed up.
As a BMX superstar, he travelled the world competing in events before becoming a WRPS officer in 2020.
This video was viewed by nearly half a million people from around the world!
Way to go Constable Heaton!
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What is the name of the app that can assist our Communications Centre to better locate callers?
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Congratulations to Herb B., the winner of last month's trivia question. In 2020, the Police Service responded to 104 human trafficking calls.
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Thank you to our Central Division officers who were able to rescue these ducklings from a roadway and reunite them with their mother.
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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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