Waterloo Regional Police have made an arrest in a hate-motivated incident in Waterloo.

On January 2, 2025, at approximately 1:40 p.m., police responded to reports of a disturbance at a residential building on King Street North near Elgin Street.

Through investigation, it was determined that the victim was approached by an unknown male, who began making racial and derogatory comments towards them. The male began following the victim throughout the building while uttering threats. The male then fled the area.

There were no physical injuries reported.

As a result of the investigation, on January 4, 2025, police arrested and charged a 34-year-old male with:

• Criminal harassment
• Uttering threats to cause bodily harm or death
• Possession of stolen property

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 6399.

To provide anonymous information, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.