UPDATED MEDIA RELEASE:

Waterloo Regional Police have laid manslaughter charges in connection to an assault in Waterloo.

On February 9, 2026, at approximately 12:45 a.m., police responded to a report of an assault at a business on King Street North near Young Street West.

Upon arrival, officers located a male unconscious and suffering from a head injury.

The victim, a 62-year-old male, was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries.

On February 10, 2026, the victim died as a result of his injuries.

On February 12, 2026, Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Major Crime Unit arrested and charged a 37-year-old Kitchener male with Manslaughter.

The accused is being held in police custody for a bail hearing.

Investigators believe this was an isolated incident and no weapons were involved.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 8191.

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

PREVIOUS MEDIA RELEASE:

Waterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate an assault in Waterloo.

On February 9, 2026, at approximately 12:45 a.m., police responded to a report of an assault at a business on King Street North near Young Street West.

Upon arrival, officers located a male unconscious and suffering from a head injury.

The victim, a 62-year-old male, was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries.

The investigation is ongoing by members of WRPS’ Major Crime Unit. 

Anyone who witnessed this incident or has video footage of the incident is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 8191. 

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