Joint Police Investigation Results in Significant Drugs and Firearms Seizure
The Waterloo Regional Police Service, in partnership with the Stratford Police Service and Woodstock Police Service, have completed a six-month joint investigation that has resulted in the significant seizure of drugs and weapons.
On September 15, 2021, the police services completed several high-risk warrants at multiple residences, targeting illegal drugs, firearms, and offence-related property.
The warrants – completed in Cambridge, Kitchener, Stratford, and the Town of St. Marys – led to the arrest of 14 individuals.
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Message from the Chief - Proof of Vaccination Requirement
Effective September 22, 2021, the Ontario Government required individuals to be fully vaccinated and to provide proof of their vaccination status to access certain businesses and settings. This is being done in an effort to help protect the province’s hospital capacity, while also helping businesses keep their customers safe.
As this change takes effect, there will undoubtedly be confusion, uncertainty, and frustration.
On behalf of the Waterloo Regional Police Service, we ask that you continue as you have done so throughout this entire pandemic – with patience, generosity, and kindness.
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Read about some of our latest investigations:
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The Robbery Unit has made arrests after a loaded handgun was located in a stolen vehicle. A male and female have been jointly charged with drug and firearm-related offences.
Suspected cocaine, weapons and approx. $22,000 in cash was seized.
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Message from the Office of the Chief of Police
On September 30, members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service joined all Indigenous peoples and all Canadians as we marked the historic first-ever National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
We honoured, remembered and commemorated the lost children and survivors of residential schools, their families and Indigenous communities.
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You did it, Waterloo Region!
Because of you, more than 2,000 children received new backpacks, lunch boxes, and school supplies as they headed back to school last month.
To all those who donated, we applaud you and we thank you for making our Backpack Challenge such a success.
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This week, we were honoured to host MADD Waterloo Region at police headquarters to give a deserving recipient a Community Hero Award.
Ryan called 911 after he suspected an impaired driver.
"Every day, on average, up to four Canadians are killed and many more are injured in alcohol and/or drug-related collisions," said a spokesperson for MADD Canada.
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Our members are committed to keeping Waterloo Region safe, 24/7, 365 days a year.
In August 2021, more than 1,500 road safety charges were laid and a number of illegal weapons and 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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On September 26, 2021, at a small ceremony at police headquarters, we were honoured to pause, reflect, and remember the brave officers who lost their lives this year in the line of duty.
We also paid tribute to our own Constable David Nicholson #589.
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What is the most popular type of online report submitted on our website?
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Congratulations to Patrick O., the winner of last month's trivia question. In 2020, the Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) flew for a total of 66 hours to assist in investigations.
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Who says we only eat donuts?
Last month during Tim Hortons' Smile Cookie week, Chief Larkin and Constable Dietrich participated in a friendly Smile Cookie decorating competition. Proceeds from Smile Cookie week support hundreds of families through Kids Ability and Nutrition for Learning.
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