Waterloo Regional Police have laid multiple charges after a motor vehicle collision in Waterloo.

On October 27, 2026, at approximately 3:20 p.m., police responded to the area of Columbia Street West and Lester Street after receiving reports of a reports of a motor vehicle collision involving a red Toyota vehicle and a commercial truck. 

Following the collision, the driver of the Toyota attempted to flee the scene by climbing into the driver’s seat of a nearby construction truck. Workers in the area intervened and detained the male driver until police arrival.

Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. No major physical injuries were reported.

As a result of the investigation, the Toyota driver, a 22-year-old Waterloo male, was arrested and charged with:

• Operation While Impaired - Alcohol and Drugs
• Dangerous Operation
• Motor Vehicle Theft
• Failure to stop after accident

Police are appealing to any witnesses who may have observed the red Toyota's driving behaviour prior to the collision, witnessed the collision itself, or may have dashcam or cell phone footage of the incident to contact police at 519-570-9777 extension 7030.