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UPDATED MEDIA RELEASE:
Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a youth in connection to a shooting incident in Kitchener.
On June 5, 2025, at approximately 8:40 p.m., police responded to reports of gunshots in the area of Monte Carlo Street and Victoria Street South.
Through investigation, officers determined that a group of youths were outside a residential complex when they were approached by a male suspect who fired multiple gunshots.
No physical injuries were sustained.
On June 7, 2025, at approximately 7:10 p.m., WRPS’ General Investigations Unit, with assistance from the Emergency Response Team and Patrol officers, completed a search warrant at a residence in the area of Strasburg Road and Kingswood Drive and arrested a male youth.
The male, a 13-year-old from Kitchener, has been charged with multiple firearms-related offences, including:
- Point Firearm (two counts)
- Discharge Firearm with Intent – endanger life
- Utter Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm
- Carrying Concealed Weapon
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
- Firearm or Weapon – Possession Contrary to a Prohibitions Order
- Failure to Comply with Sentence or Disposition (two counts)
The accused was held in police custody for a bail hearing.
The investigation remains ongoing by WRPS’ General Investigations Unit.
Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 6370.
Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.
WA25139835 (917)
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Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate a shooting incident in Kitchener.
On June 5, 2025, at approximately 8:40 p.m., police responded to reports of gunshots in the area of Monte Carlo Street and Victoria Street South.
Through investigation, officers determined that a group of youths were outside at a residential complex when they were approached by a male suspect, who fired multiple gunshots into the ground before fleeing on foot.
There were no physical injuries were sustained.
Investigators believe this was a targeted incident.
The investigation remains ongoing by WRPS’ General Investigations Unit, and a police presence will remain in the area throughout the day.
Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 6370.
Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.
WA25139835 (917)
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