Heroes in Life, Not Death
With profound sadness, we stand with our policing partners at the Ontario Provincial Police and mourn the loss of Constable Grzegorz Pierzchala who tragically lost his life in the line of duty on December 27, 2022.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Constable Pierzchala.
Our thoughts are with all those impacted during this incredibly difficult time.
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Message from Chief Crowell
Dear Waterloo Region residents,
Happy New Year!
I want to take a moment to look back on 2022 and thank you for all you’ve done in contributing to a safe Waterloo Region.
It is a tremendous honour and a privilege to serve as your Chief of Police.
In the year ahead, I look forward to what we can achieve together. Our members are dedicated to ensuring Waterloo Region is one of the safest communities to live, work, and visit. I am immensely proud of their care for our citizens, their compassion, and their commitment to public safety.
As we prepare to celebrate the 50th anniversary of WRPS in 2023, we are focused on building a police service that keeps pace with one of the most rapidly growing and diversifying regions in our nation. We will continue to strive to become the most efficient, innovative, and collaborative police service in Canada.
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Reward Announced for Information About Gavin Daley Homicide
The Police Service has issued a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the conviction of those responsible for the fatal shooting of Gavin Daley, 23, from Kitchener.
The announcement was made on December 16, 2022, by Deputy Chief Shirley Hilton, with members of Mr. Daley’s family, during a press conference.
The reward is being offered to anyone who provides credible information that leads to the arrest, and successful prosecution, of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Mr. Daley.
Thank you to all members across the service who have worked tirelessly over the years to help bring justice for Gavin and closure for his family and friends.
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Family Violence Project Announces Walk-In Support Service for Victims of Intimate Partner Violence
In partnership with The Family Violence Project, we are pleased to announce the addition of a walk-in support service for individuals experiencing intimate partner violence.
The walk-in service aims to provide barrier-free access for survivors of intimate partner violence seeking support and resources, such as police reporting, safety planning, family supports, access to shelter services, and counselling.
Located at Carizon (400 Queen Street South in Kitchener), the walk-in service is available on Tuesdays from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
“As a founding member of the Family Violence Project, the Police Service remains committed to supporting survivors of intimate partner violence and their families, as well as holding offenders accountable. Intimate partner violence has no place in our community,” said Staff Sergeant Jamie Brosseau of the Intimate Partner Violence Unit (IPVU) at the WRPS.
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WRPS is alerting the public after receiving several reports of distraction theft-related incidents across the Region of Waterloo.
While these fraudsters will take advantage of anyone, it appears that the suspects are targeting females over the age of 60 years old.
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Read about some of our latest investigations:
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The carts of food collected were generously donated by the contestants and matched by Zehrs.
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January is Tamil Heritage Month, a celebration of the contributions that Tamil Canadians have made to Canadian society.
We appreciate the work of community partners, like the Tamil Culture Waterloo Region, whom we join together in celebrating the richness of the Tamil language and culture, and the importance of educating and reflecting upon Tamil heritage for future generations.
Happy Tamil Heritage Month to those celebrating.
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Members of our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Unit were pleased to attend the 2022 Diversity & Inclusion Summit in Peel Region. It was a great opportunity to connect, learn, and share ideas with police services and community groups across the province. |
Members of our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity Unit were happy to team up with Coca-Cola and Anishnabeg Outreach to spread some holiday joy.
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Thank you to our amazing Auxiliary Unit members who hosted the Stuff-a-Cruiser Campaign and collected over 4,000 donations. Thank you to our community for your generosity.
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Welcome, Class 110
Congratulations to class 110 on their graduation from the Ontario Police College today. We look forward to your badge ceremony on January 6, 2023.
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Service Overview for November 2022
Our members are committed to keeping Waterloo Region safe, 24/7, 365 days a year.
In November 2022, more than 1,400 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.
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The Waterloo Regional Police Service Welcomes a 'Jolly' Recruit...
At the Waterloo Regional Police Service, our recruiting team is always looking for the best candidates.
This year saw hundreds of people apply, but one candidate, over all the others, really stood out in the process.
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How many speeding charges did the Police Service lay in November 2022?
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Congratulations to William K., the winner of last month's trivia question. To prevent falling victim to an online scam you should:
- Never save credit card information in a browser
- Make online purchases through personal Wi-Fi networks
- Purchase from familiar brands
- Do your research and read reviews
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On December 2, 2022, we kicked off our annual Stuff-a-Cruiser campaign at the Kitchener Rangers game. Thank you to our amazing Auxiliary officers for making the night such a success! |
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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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For more information about the Waterloo Regional Police Service, visit: www.wrps.on.ca
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