Regional police investigating ‘distraction theft’ in Kitchener

Waterloo regional police cruisers seen in the streets. (Waterloo Regional Police Service)

By Matt Hutcheson

Posted Jul 2, 2025 04:51:53 PM.

Last Updated Jul 3, 2025 11:15:11 AM.

Waterloo regional police are on the hunt for the occupants of a small white SUV after a distraction theft in Kitchener on Canada Day.

Police say the victim, an elderly woman, was sitting on her front porch around 2 p.m. when the suspects approached.

They were able to divert her attention long enough to make off with the victim’s jewellery.

Two male and one female suspect were last seen driving away in a white, newer model Toyota Rav4.

The licence plate had been removed.

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

If you wish to remain anonymous, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

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