Police Investigating a Distraction Theft in Cambridge
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating following a report of a suspicious person in Cambridge.
On January 10, 2026, at approximately 12 p.m., police received a report that an elderly female was approached by a male and female in a vehicle in the area of Franklin Boulevard and Elgin Street.
The female passenger exited the vehicle, spoke briefly with the woman, and attempted to place a necklace around her neck. The victim backed away, and the vehicle left the area shortly after.
There were no physical injuries reported.
The vehicle was described as a dark-coloured vehicle.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777. Anonymous information can be provided by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submitting a tip online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.