Charges laid following string of break-ins at places of worship

A Waterloo Regional Police cruiser en route. (WRPS) STEPHEJEDGAR

By Christine Clark

Posted Aug 28, 2025 04:21:06 AM.

Last Updated Aug 28, 2025 04:38:53 AM.

Waterloo Regional Police believe a Kitchener man is behind a trio of break and enters at places of worship around Waterloo Region.

Since May, three such crimes have been reported.

Now, a 37-year-old man from Kitchener has been charged.

Police do not mention which locations were targeted, or what was allegedly stolen.

Anyone with information is asked to contact WRPS or Crime Stoppers.

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