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UPDATED MEDIA RELEASE:
Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police have arrested three males in connection to a shooting investigation in Kitchener.
On April 9, 2025, at approximately 2 a.m., police responded to a report of a shooting incident in the area of Lancaster Street West and Ash Street.
A 44-year-old Waterloo male victim was located and transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
On April 14, 2025, a 54-year-old male was arrested for Aggravated Assault and Forcible Entry. He was held in custody and is scheduled to appear in court on May 8, 2025.
On May 2, 2025, a 52-year-old male was arrested for Aggravated Assault. He was held in police custody for a bail hearing.
On May 4, 2025, a 22-year-old male was arrested for Aggravated Assault, Assault with a Weapon, Discharge Firearm with Intent, Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose, Possession of a Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition, Possession of a Weapon Contrary to a Prohibition Order and Forcible Entry. He was held for a bail hearing on May 5, 2025.
The investigation remains ongoing by WRPS' General Investigations Unit.
Anyone with information is asked to contact 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.
WA25087758 (917)
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Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are currently investigating a shooting in a Kitchener neighbourhood.
On April 9, 2025, at approximately 2 a.m., police responded to a report of a shooting incident in the area of Lancaster Street West and Ash Street.
A 44-year-old Waterloo male victim was located and transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Prior to police arrival, the suspects fled the area. Police believe this to be a targeted incident.
There will be an increased police presence in the area as members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service's General Investigations Unit continue to investigate.
Anyone with information is asked to contact 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.
WA25087758 (917)
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