Happy Canada Day!
From all of us at WRPS, have a happy and safe Canada Day.
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Canadian, eh?
Test your Canadian knowledge below for a chance to win your very own WRPS prize!
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Out of the three largest cities in Canada, which one is an island?
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Two Males Arrested in Separate Child Luring Incidents
As a result of two separate investigations, the Waterloo Regional Police Service's Cybercrime - Internet Child Exploitation Unit executed two search warrants at residences in Waterloo Region last month.
As a result, a 51-year-old male was arrested and charged with several offences, including two counts of Possession of Child Pornography, Making Child Pornography, and Possession of a Controlled Substance.
In a separate incident, a 23-year-old Kitchener male was arrested and charged with Luring a Child and Making Sexually Explicit Material Available to a Child.
The Waterloo Regional Police Service is a member of the Ontario Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet. These projects have been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.
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Nine Arrests, Numerous Weapons and Controlled Substances Seized
Waterloo Regional Police have responded to numerous calls involving various weapons and drug related incidents over the last several weeks.
Officers have arrested nine people in connection to the incidents and laid numerous criminal charges.
As a result of the investigation, police seized numerous items, including a loaded firearm, four replica firearms, ammunition, pepper spray, suspected fentanyl, suspected methamphetamine and other controlled substances. As well, a stolen vehicle with fraudulent license plates, cell phones, and cash were also seized.
Anyone with information regarding suspected drug trafficking is encouraged to call the Waterloo Regional Police Service's Drug tip line at 519-570-9777 ext. 8800 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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Waterloo Regional Police Arrest Male in Connection to Shooting on Fairway Road in Kitchener
On June 4, 2020, Waterloo Regional Police arrested a 22-year-old male in connection to a shooting that occurred on Fairway Road in Kitchener last year.
On June 24, 2019, at approximately 5:40 p.m., Police responded to a plaza in the area of Fairway Road South and Wilson Avenue after receiving multiple reports of gunshots.
Upon arrival, one male and two female victims were located. The male was transported to an out-of-town hospital in critical condition. The male has since been released from hospital, however sustained life altering injuries as a result of the incident.
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Arrest Made in Human Trafficking Case in Cambridge
In May 2020, the Waterloo Regional Police Service's Human Trafficking Unit conducted an investigation into human trafficking in Waterloo Region.
As a result, on June 23, 2020, a 23-year-old Cambridge male was arrested in Mississauga by members of the Peel Regional Police Human Trafficking Unit, in partnership with the WRPS Human Trafficking Unit.
The accused is now facing 12 criminal charges, including Sexual Assault, Firearms, and Human Trafficking offences.
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Waterloo Regional Police Promote Nine Senior Leaders
We are happy to announce the promotions of nine senior leaders, who took on their new roles last month.
To the rank of Superintendent: Inspector Eugene Fenton, Inspector John Goodman, Inspector Sharon Havill.
To the rank of Inspector: Staff Sergeant Brenna Bonn, Staff Sergeant Jason Boutcher, Staff Sergeant Shamal Isaacksz, Staff Sergeant Sloden Lackovic, Staff Sergeant Deborah McBride, Staff Sergeant Jamie Sheridan.
Congratulations to you all!
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Waterloo Regional Police Partner With Axon Citizen on Pilot Project
The Waterloo Regional Police Service has partnered with Axon Public Safety Canada in an effort to better leverage evidence based technology while maintaining physical distance during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The new technology, which will be used by members of our Frontline Support Unit, will allow members of the community to share digital evidence electronically instead of an officer being dispatched to collect it.
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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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Road Safety is Everyone's Responsibility
Earlier this year, the Waterloo Regional Police Service launched its
Your Community, Your Choice
road safety campaign. This campaign is part of our Service's commitment to ensure our roads are safe for all users.
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Stand Together, Waterloo Region
We are proud to be
#ServingWithPride
together with our LGBTQ2+ community. Throughout June, we showed our support by flying Pride flags at all divisions and our Headquarters building. We will continue to celebrate and support equity, diversity, and inclusiveness each and every day!
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Can't Hold Her Back Anymore!
When WRPS dispatchers heard that four-year-old Lexi had her beloved Frozen bike stolen from her front yard, they immediately jumped to action.
Within hours, they raised enough money to purchase her a brand new one - with an additional basket and bell!
"This is my MOST favourite," Lexi explained as Constable Dietrich and Constable Johnson delivered her the shiny new bike.
Thank you to all those who donated and who helped bring a smile to little Lexi's face.
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Birthday Smiles
Alex was all smiles when police showed up to wish him a Happy Birthday last week.
Considering he one day wants to become a WRPS canine officer, it's fair to say this surprise visit was one of his favourite gifts.
Thanks to Constable Sharon Lloyd and Constable Yao Heng for making his day a little more special!
Happy Birthday, Alex!
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We Heart Art!
Thank you to the kind children in our community for sending in words of support and encouragement.
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Chief Congratulates Graduates of 2020
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If you have a child who graduated this year, please show them this video on behalf of everyone at WRPS.
We know it isn't an easy time, but we want them to know we are proud of them and are celebrating their accomplishments!
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www.wrps.on.ca
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