Waterloo Regional Police have charged a male after locating a stolen vehicle in Waterloo using automated licence plate recognition (ALPR) technology.

On December 12, 2024, at approximately 7:10 p.m., an officer on proactive patrol in the area of Phillip Street received an ALPR alert for a stolen motor vehicle.

Further investigation confirmed that the vehicle, a black Dodge Journey, had been reported stolen.

A traffic stop was conducted on Lester Street and the driver was arrested. During the search of the stolen vehicle, officers located and seized suspected cocaine.

As a result of the investigation, a 28-year-old male, was charged with:

• Possession of stolen property over $5,000
• Possession of suspected cocaine

The male was also arrested on four outstanding warrants.

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

Anyone with information is encouraged to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 6399.

To provide anonymous information, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com