Early morning Kitchener stabbing puts man in hospital

Waterloo regional police logo can be seen on the shoulder of an officer's uniform. (WRPS)

By Mark Douglas

Posted Nov 12, 2025 10:57:27 AM.

Last Updated Nov 12, 2025 12:19:59 PM.

Police are looking for a suspect after an early-morning stabbing in Kitchener put a man in hospital.

Waterloo regional police said it happened soon after 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday, around Joseph Street and Ontario Street South.

Police said a 31-year-old man was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

According to investigators, this was a targeted incident.

There was no immediate suspect description from police at this time.

Witnesses are urged to call police at 519-570-9777, or reach out anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or by clicking here.

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