Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a male following a robbery in Kitchener.

On July 11, 2026, at approximately 4 a.m., police received a report of a robbery in the area of Sportsworld Crossing Road.

Through the investigation, it was determined that the victim accepted a rideshare request and picked up the suspect in the area of King Street North in Waterloo. During the trip, the suspect became disruptive inside the vehicle, prompting the victim to terminate the ride in the area of Sportsworld Crossing Road. The suspect caused damage to the vehicle and then proceeded to assault the victim and steal their personal belongings. 

Officers located the suspect hiding in a nearby bush and arrested him. 

As a result of the investigation 19-year-old Mississauga male was arrested and charged with:

• Robbery
• Mischief under $5,000

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information is asked to call Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777, extension 6399.