Waterloo Regional Police have arrested and charged a Woolwich Township female with attempted murder.

On September 16, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Waterloo Regional Police officers responded to a request for a wellness check at a residence in St. Jacobs.

On arrival, officers located a boy with serious, life-threatening injuries. The child was transported to an out-of-region hospital by Region of Waterloo Paramedic Services.

A 39-year-old female was located and arrested for attempted murder. She was transported to an out-of-region hospital by paramedics with non-life-threatening injuries.

The female is being held in police custody for a bail hearing.

The two parties are known to each other.

The investigation remains ongoing by Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Major Crime Unit.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact investigators at 519-570-9777, extension 8191.

Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.