UPDATED MEDIA RELEASE:

Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a youth in connection to a weapons incident in Woolwich Township. 

On September 24, 2024, at approximately 6:50 p.m., police received a report of an individual struck by an unidentified projectile in the Bristow Creek Drive and Raising Mill Gate area.

The victim, a 43-year-old female from Woolwich Township, was walking her dog when a projectile, possibly a pellet or a BB, struck her.

On October 1, 2024, a 14-year-old youth from Woolwich Township turned himself into police.

The youth was arrested and charged with:

• Assault with a weapon
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

Anyone with information is encouraged to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 6370.

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

PREVIOUS MEDIA RELEASE:

Waterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate a weapons incident in Woolwich Township.

On September 24, 2024, at approximately 6:50 p.m., police received a report of an individual struck by an unidentified projectile in the Bristow Creek Drive and Raising Mill Gate area.

The victim, a 43-year-old female from Woolwich Township, was walking her dog when a projectile, possibly a pellet or a BB, struck her.

Local residents provided first aid to the victim, who then received treatment at a local hospital for minor physical injuries.

The investigation is ongoing by WRPS’ General Investigations Unit.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 6370.

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