Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a robbery that occurred following an online marketplace transaction in Kitchener.

On October 23, 2026, at approximately 9:45 p.m., police responded to a report of a robbery at a residence in the area of Traynor Avenue and Reyburn Avenue.

A victim had arranged to sell furniture through an online marketplace. Two males attended the residence after expressing interest in purchasing the item. During the transaction, the suspects took possession of the property without providing payment. When confronted, one of the suspects assaulted the victim before both suspects fled the area in a motor vehicle.

The investigation is ongoing by the Waterloo Regional Police Service's General Investigations Unit.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is encouraged to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 4496.

Waterloo Regional Police remind residents using online marketplaces to consider completing transactions at one of the Service's designated Buy and Sell Zones. These video-monitored locations are available at:

• WRPS North Division, 45 Columbia Street East, Waterloo
• WRPS Central Division, 200 Maple Grove Road, Cambridge
• WRPS South Division, 176 Hespeler Road, Cambridge

Residents are encouraged to meet in a public place, bring a friend, and avoid inviting unknown buyers or sellers to their homes whenever possible.