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Police searching for suspect in Waterloo fireworks incident

Police say a victim in the incident was struck with a firework and a second victim was also assaulted by the same man
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Police are looking to speak with an individual as part of their investigation into an assault involving fireworks in Waterloo.

NEWS RELEASE
WATERLOO REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE
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Waterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate an assault in Waterloo.

On July 1, 2024, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the victim was walking on Central Street when an unknown male shot and struck them with a firework. A second victim was also assaulted by the same male. The suspect was last seen walking towards Albert Street.

Both victims sustained physical injuries as a result of this incident.

Police are looking to identify and speak to the individual pictured below in connection to this incident.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 6399.

To provide anonymous information, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit online.

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