Waterloo Regional Police have arrested three males following an attempt break and enter in Kitchener. 

On July 14, 2026, at approximately 12:30 a.m., police responded to a report of a male believed to be in possession of a firearm in the area of Victoria Street North.

Officers attended the area and determined that three suspects had attended a unit at the motel and attempted to gain entry. The suspects were unsuccessful and subsequently left the area in a rideshare vehicle. Officers located the vehicle nearby, conducted a traffic stop, and arrested the three suspects. 

During the arrest, officers located and seized three imitation firearms. 

As a result of the investigation a 22-year-old Toronto male was arrested and charged with:

• Attempt break and enter 
• Disguise with intent
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose 
• Obstruct peace officer
• Fail to comply with release order (two counts)

A 31-year-old Kitchener male was arrested and charged with:

• Attempt break and enter
• Disguise with intent
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose 
• Fail to comply with release order (two counts)
• Fail to comply with probation order (two counts)

A 40-year-old Kitchener male was arrested and charged with:

• Attempt break and enter
• Disguise with intent
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
• Obstruct peace officer 

The accused were held for a bail hearing. 

Anyone with information is asked to call Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777, extension 4497.