Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a male following a weapons incident in Waterloo.

On May 2, 2026, at approximately 2:30 p.m., police responded to reports a male brandishing a firearm at a drive thru restaurant located on Erb Street West.

The investigation determined that suspect approached a driver of a vehicle while brandishing a firearm and demanded the driver exit their vehicle, before fleeing the area.

Officers located the male nearby and arrested him. During the arrest, officers recovered a firearm which was confirmed to be a replica.  

As a result of the investigation, a 36-year-old male has been charged with:

• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
• Point firearm
• Robbery with a firearm 
• Attempt theft of a motor vehicle
• Carry conceal weapon
• Using firearm in the commission of an offence 
• Possession of a weapon contrary to prohibition order 

The accused was held for a bail hearing. 

There were no physical injuries reported as a result of the incident. 

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519‑570‑9777, extension 6399.

To provide anonymous information, contact Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑8477 or submit online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.