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Waterloo Regional Police have laid charges in connection to a stabbing in Waterloo.

On March 27, 2026, at approximately 7:10 p.m., officers responded to a report of an assault in the area of Phillip Street and University Avenue West and located a male victim suffering from stab wounds. The victim was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, on April 7, 2026, a 15-year-old male was arrested and charged with:

• Assault cause bodily harm
• Assault with a weapon
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
• Carry a concealed weapon

The youth was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 4496, or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

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Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a stabbing in Waterloo.

On March 27, 2026, at approximately 7:10 p.m., officers responded to a report of an assault in the area of Phillip Street and University Avenue West and located a 15‑year‑old male suffering from stab wounds. 

The victim was transported to hospital non-life‑threatening injuries. 

Investigators believe this was a targeted incident.

Investigators are seeking to identify two individuals in connection to this incident:

• Male, approximately 16 years old, approximately 130 pounds, wearing ripped jeans, a white “Just Love” sweater, and a black jacket.
• Male, approximately 16 years old, approximately 100 pounds, with brown hair, wearing black shoes, black pants with a pink logo, and a black coat, and riding a black scooter.

The investigation remains ongoing by WRPS’ General Investigations Unit.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519‑570‑9777, extension 4496, or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.