WRPS' Robbery Team Investigating after Firearm Brandished by Intruder in Kitchener

Posted on: Thursday July 10
Location: Kitchener
Ocurrence #: WA25173100

Waterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate after a handgun was brandished during a disturbance in Kitchener.

On July 10, 2025, at approximately 11 a.m., police responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence in the area of Selkirk Drive and Geneva Crescent.

Through investigation, officers determined that a male suspect entered the residence through an open rear door, brandished a handgun, and was confronted by two males inside the home. A physical altercation ensued, and the suspect used an edged weapon to injure one of the males.

The suspect then fled on foot to a waiting vehicle and left the area.

The suspect is described as a Black male, 5'6"-5'7", wearing a surgical mask, brown sunglasses, a black hoodie, black pants, and a black backpack.

The victim, a 48-year-old Kitchener male, was transported to a local hospital by Region of Waterloo Paramedic Services with non-life-threatening injuries.

Investigators believe this was a targeted incident.

The investigation remains ongoing by WRPS’ Robbery Team.

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

 

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519-570-9777 (WRPS) ext. 8188

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