Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a male in connection to a hate-motivated incident in Kitchener.

On July 10, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., officers were in the area of Greenfield Avenue when they observed an altercation involving two males, with several bystanders present.

Officers immediately intervened, separated the individuals and arrested one of the involved males. 

Through the investigation, it was determined that the suspect had assaulted the victim while yelling racial slurs. 

As a result of the investigation, a 31-year-old Kitchener male was charged with:

• Assault

• Cause Disturbance

• Breach Release Order

• Public Intoxication 

The accused was held for bail hearing.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 4499.

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