Waterloo Regional Police Service is investigating a sexual assault that occurred in the downtown area of Kitchener.

On September 29, 2025, at approximately 10 p.m., police responded to a report of a sexual assault near King Street West and Duke Street West.

A female youth reported that she was sexually assaulted while walking in the area. The victim did not sustain physical injuries.

Officers arrived on scene shortly after the report and located a 60-year-old Kitchener male. He was arrested and charged with Sexual Assault and Criminal Harassment. The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing.

The investigation is ongoing and is being handled by the Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Major Crime Unit.

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

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