The Waterloo Regional Police Service is investigating a series of stolen vehicle reports in Kitchener.

On December 21, 2025, at approximately 11 a.m., police received reports of stolen vehicles in the areas of Wabanaki Drive and Goodrich Drive. The vehicles targeted included a Freightliner truck and an enclosed trailer.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Waterloo Regional Police Service at 519-570-9777. Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

The Waterloo Regional Police Service encourages individuals to consider the following measures to help prevent vehicle thefts:

• Block access to the onboard diagnostic port to prevent thieves from reprogramming the vehicle’s key fob. A simple device can be purchased online.
• Use a steering wheel locking device to deter theft.
• When not in use, place the vehicle key fob inside a radio frequency shielding bag or pouch to block signals.
• Consider equipping your vehicle with an aftermarket global positioning system (GPS) tracker to assist police in locating the vehicle and suspects.
• Ensure all keys are accounted for and never left in the vehicle or unattended.
• Report suspicious individuals in your neighbourhood immediately. Call 9-1-1 for crimes in progress. Non-emergency incidents can be reported online at wrps.on.ca or by calling 519-570-9777.