Waterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate after a vehicle failed to stop for police during an attempted traffic stop in Kitchener.

On October 2, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., officers attempted to stop a black Nissan motor vehicle in the area of Victoria Street South and Lawrence Avenue. The driver failed to stop, and the vehicle fled from police at a high rate of speed. The driver then lost control of the vehicle and collided with a residential property, causing significant structural damage.

The driver and passenger fled the scene on foot but were arrested by police a short time later.

The driver, a 21-year-old Waterloo male, was charged with several offences, including:

• Flight From Police
• Dangerous Operation
• Fail to Stop After Accident
• Drive Under Suspension
• Fail to have Insurance Card

The passenger, an 18-year-old male from Woolwich Township, was charged with Fail to Stop After Accident.

No physical injuries were reported.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information or video footage is asked to contact Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777. 

Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.