Police make arrest in Kitchener bank card fraud investigation

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By CityNews Kitchener Staff

Posted Sep 30, 2026 12:00:30 PM.

Last Updated Oct 5, 2026 03:41:01 PM.

The Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) has made an arrest in a bank card fraud investigation in Kitchener.

On Aug. 1, police received reports of fraudulent use of a bank card.

WRPS say the card was used by two unknown suspects to purchase goods worth over $400 at a business located on Highland Rd. West.

As part of the investigation, authorities issued an arrest warrant for a 40-year-old Waterloo man.

On Oct. 5, the accused was arrested and is set to appear in court in December.

UPDATE:

The 40-year-old male wanted in connection to a bank card fraud investigation in Kitchener has been arrested.

The male was arrested on October 5 by Central Division patrol officers and is scheduled to appear in court on December 21, 2026.

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