Waterloo Regional Police arrest a male after a weapons incident in Kitchener.

On January 5, 2025, at approximately 12:10 a.m., police responded to reports of a weapons incident at a residence in the area of Ottawa Street South.

Through investigation it was determined that bylaw enforcement officers attended a residence for a bylaw complaint when a male resident approached the officers while holding a knife and yelling at them.

Officers, including the Emergency Response Team, attended the residence and negotiated with the male for several hours before the male was safely taken into custody.

As a result of the investigation, a 65-year-old Kitchener male was arrested and charged with:

• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
• Uttering threats

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call the police at 519-570-9777, extension 4499.

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