Vehicle crashes into Kitchener home after driver flees police

Tire tracks cut through the grass, leading to that crash scene in the area of Victoria and Weichel. (Josh Piercey / 570 NewsRadio)

By Mark Douglas

Posted Oct 3, 2025 04:37:54 AM.

Last Updated Oct 3, 2025 10:27:29 AM.

A Waterloo driver is facing multiple charges after allegedly trying to flee from a police pullover, only to crash into a building in Kitchener.

Waterloo regional police said it happened around 5:30, Thursday afternoon, when officers tried to stop a black Nissan, near Victoria Street South and Lawrence Avenue in Kitchener

Police allege the driver took off at a high rate of speed, lost control, and crashed his vehicle into a home along Victoria at Weichel Street.

They said the incident caused “significant structural damage.”

Police said the driver and a passenger ran away from the scene, but were soon caught and arrested.

A 21-year-old man from Waterloo was charged with multiple offences, including flight from police, dangerous operation, and driving under suspension.

The passenger from the Nissan was an 18-year-old male from Woolwich Township, who was charged with fail to stop after accident.

Police make no mention of any injuries.

Tire tracks cut through the grass, leading to that crash scene in the area of Victoria and Weichel. (Josh Piercey/570 NewsRadio)

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