Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a male following a hate-motivated incident in Waterloo. 

On November 1, 2026, at approximately 6:40 p.m., police responded to the area of Albert Street and Quiet Place following reports of a disturbance involving several individuals engaged in a physical altercation.

Upon arrival, officers located two adult victims who were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators believe the incident was hate-motivated. 

As a result of the investigation, a 38-year-old Kitchener male was arrested and charged with Assault.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed or has information or video footage of the incident is encouraged to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 6399.