WRPS Investigating Armed Robbery at Cambridge Convenience Store

Posted on: Wednesday November 20
Location: Cambridge
Occurrence #: WA24305053
Robbery Investigation

UPDATED MEDIA RELEASE:

Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a male in connection to an armed robbery investigation in Cambridge. 

On November 18, 2024, at approximately 10:25 p.m., police responded to a report of an armed robbery at a convenience store in the area of Water Street South and Myers Road. An unknown suspect attended the business on foot, brandished a firearm, and demanded cash and merchandise from an employee before fleeing the area, heading towards Water Street South. 

On November 20, 2024, officers arrested and charged a 57-year-old Cambridge male with the following:

  • Robbery with a firearm
  • Weapons dangerous
  • Disguise with intent
  • Breach of probation 

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777 or, to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Anonymous tips can also be submitted at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com. 

 

PREVIOUS MEDIA RELEASE:

Waterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate an armed robbery at a business in Cambridge. 

On November 18, 2024, at approximately 10:25 p.m., police responded to a report of an armed robbery at a convenience store in the area of Water Street South and Myers Road.

An unknown suspect attended the business on foot, brandished a firearm, and demanded cash and merchandise from an employee before fleeing the area, heading towards Water Street South. 

There were no physical injuries reported. 

The suspect is described as a male with an average build, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans.

The investigation is ongoing by WRPS’ Robbery Team.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777 or, to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Anonymous tips can also be submitted at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com. 

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519-570-9777 (WRPS) ext. 8188

publicinfo@wrps.on.ca


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