Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a male in connection to a theft and two commercial robberies in Cambridge.

On July 30, 2025, a male suspect attended several businesses in the area of Pinebush Road and Franklin Boulevard.

In one incident, just before 9 p.m., the suspect attended a business, purchased items, and then demanded a refund from an employee. When the employee didn’t comply, the male brandished a firearm. The employee was able to flee to a place of safety and contact police.

A short time later, the suspect entered another business, smashed display cases, and stole several BB guns. The male then fled the area in a vehicle.

No physical injuries were reported as a result of these incidents.

On July 31, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m., police located the male in a vehicle parked in the area of Holiday Inn Drive and Schiedel Court and placed him under arrest.

As a result of the investigation, an 18-year-old Cambridge male has been charged with multiple offences, including:

• Theft under $5,000
• Attempt Robbery with a Firearm
• Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose (two counts)
• Robbery with a Firearm.

The accused was held in police custody for a bail hearing.