Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a male following an investigation into a series of break-and-enter incidents targeting businesses and residential properties in Kitchener and Cambridge.

Between October 16 and November 10, 2026, Waterloo Regional Police responded to a series of break-ins, including eight commercial properties in Kitchener and two residential buildings in Cambridge.

During the break-ins, a variety of property was stolen, including computers, tablets, cash registers containing cash, electronic devices, tools, sporting equipment, and a bicycle. 

Investigators from the Break and Enter, Auto Theft, and Robbery (BEAR) Unit took carriage of the investigation, and a suspect was subsequently identified.

On November 12, 2026, members of the BEAR Unit arrested a 37-year-old Kitchener male.

The male has been charged with:

• Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence (eight counts)
• Break, Enter a place – with intent to commit indictable offence (two counts)
• Possession of Break In Instruments
• Disguise with Intent
• Fail to comply with a release order (six counts)

As part of the investigation, officers executed a search warrant at a Kitchener residence and recovered stolen property, including computers, tablets, and a bicycle.

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