UPDATED MEDIA RELEASE:

Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a female in connection to a robbery investigation in Kitchener.

On November 9, 2024, at approximately 3 p.m., police responded to the area of King Street East and Sportsworld Drive for reports of a robbery involving a weapon.

A lone unknown female entered the store, concealed multiple items, and attempted to leave without paying. When staff approached, the female pulled out a noxious substance and began to spray it at the employees. The female then fled the area. 

As a result of the investigation, on November 21, 2024, a 36-year-old Kitchener female was arrested and charged with:

• Robbery with a weapon
• Administer a noxious substance
• Weapons dangerous
• Breach of release order

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 8255.

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