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UPDATED MEDIA RELEASE:
Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Robbery Team have arrested a male in connection to a commercial robbery in Kitchener.
On October 29, 2023, at approximately 12:20 p.m., police responded to a report of a robbery at a store in the area of Lancaster Street West and Bridgeport Road West.
An unknown male suspect entered the store, brandished a firearm, and stole merchandise.
Investigators completed a search warrant at a residence in Wellesley Township and seized a replica firearm.
As a result of the ongoing investigation, on November 23, 2023, a 22-year-old Wellesley Township male was arrested and charged with the following:
- Robbery with a firearm
- Disguise with intent
The male was held for a bail hearing.
Occ: 23-311949 (909)
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Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate a commercial robbery involving a firearm in Kitchener.
On October 29, 2023, at approximately 12:20 p.m., police responded to a report of a robbery at a store in the area of Lancaster Street West and Bridgeport Road West.
An unknown male suspect entered the store, brandished a firearm, and stole merchandise.
The suspect fled the area on foot.
There were no physical injuries reported as a result of this incident.
The investigation is ongoing by WRPS’ Robbery Team.
Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777.
To provide anonymous information, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.
Occ: 23-311949 (909)
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