Heroes Beyond the Badge Award Winner, Cst. Nolan Di Diomete

Congratulations to Constable Nolan Di Diomete, the May winner of the Heroes Beyond the Badge award!

Most people run away from danger, but not Constable Di Diomete. When he saw a fast-traveling plume of dark smoke moving across the highway, he raced toward the cries for help and was able to save the lives of residents living in an encampment of wooden cabins. We are so grateful and honoured to have such a courageous hero representing the Waterloo Regional Police Service.

Thank you, Constable Di Diomete for helping make the Waterloo Region community a safer place.
Waterloo Regional Police Services Board Selects Search Firm to Conduct a Search for Chief of Police

On May 18, 2022, the Waterloo Regional Police Services Board announced that it has selected an executive search firm to support the recruitment of a new Chief of Police for the Police Service.

Boyden Canada, a global talent and leadership advisory firm, was hired to conduct a nation-wide search after current Chief Bryan Larkin announced his retirement last month. His last day with the Waterloo Regional Police Service will be July 3, 2022.

“The selection of a new Chief of Police is critical and we are confident Boyden Canada will identify candidates that will reflect the goals and values we expect from our police service,” said Board Chair Karen Redman.

The Police Services Board also announced that Staff Superintendent John Goodman has been appointed Acting Chief of Police, effective July 4, 2022. Staff Superintendent Goodman will hold the interim position until a permanent Chief of Police is appointed.
In the News
Read about some of our latest investigations:
On May 28, 2022, officers responded to reports of a stolen vehicle in the area of Hoffman Street and Meinzinger Avenue in Kitchener. 

The victim was following the suspect in his vehicle that he had previously reported stolen on May 25, 2022. The suspect fled from the stolen vehicle on foot and was caught by witnesses in the area while police arrived on the scene shortly after. 
Community Connection
Happy Pride Month

Happy Pride! June is Pride Month and we are proud to celebrate with members of the 2SLGTBQ+ community in Waterloo Region.

All of our divisions are flying the Pride Flag in support of equity, diversity, and inclusiveness within our service and the community.
Cops and Cowboys Supports Special Olympics Ontario

On May 26, 2022, we were proud to host the Cops and Cowboys event at Lone Star Texas Grill in Cambridge in support of Special Olympics Ontario.

Thanks to your generosity, we raised over $1,200 for Special Olympics Ontario.
WRPS Open House a Great Success

Thank you to everyone who attended our Open House on May 14, 2022, to help us kick off Police Week. We had an amazing time meeting so many community members.

A great big thank you to all of our members and volunteers who helped make this event such a great success!
Service Spotlight
Service Overview for April 2022

Our members are committed to keeping Waterloo Region safe, 24/7, 365 days a year.

Last month, more than 1,650 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, call us.
Trivia Challenge
Approximately how many intimate partner violence calls do officers respond to every day?
11
28
17
Congratulations to Bruce B., the winner of last month's trivia question. In 2021, WRPS seized approximately $1.62M worth of drugs in Waterloo Region.

Please contact us at publicinfo@wrps.on.ca to claim your prize.
Photo of the Month
On May 28, 2022, we were honoured to attend the Muslim Social Services EID party and Ramadan volunteer appreciation event at the Chandler Mowat Community Centre.

Thank you for inviting us to this vibrant community gathering.
Days of Significance
Let's Get Social
The Waterloo Regional Police Service is committed to enhancing communication and engagement with the community - so get social with us:
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