Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a male after a report of an indecent act in Kitchener.

On May 28, 2026, at approximately 8:15 a.m., police responded to reports of a male committing an indecent act and chasing and grabbing children in the area of King Street East and Eby Street. A female passerby intervened and was then sexually assaulted by the male.

Officers attended the area, located the male, and placed him under arrest.

As a result of the investigation, a 26-year-old male was charged with the following: 

• Indecent Act 
• Criminal Harassment
• Sexual Assault

The accused was held in police custody for a bail hearing.

The investigation remains ongoing by WRPS’ Special Victims Unit, and investigators believe there may be additional victims.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Waterloo Regional Police Service at 519-570-9777.

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