Six people arrested, guns seized, in downtown Kitchener

Drugs were seized by Waterloo Regional Police Service officers on April 10, 2026. (Courtesy: Waterloo Regional Police Service)

Tips from concerned citizens in Kitchener have led to the arrest of six people and the seizure of guns, ammunition and drugs.

The Waterloo Regional Police Service said they were first tipped off in October and launched an investigation into suspected drug trafficking in downtown Kitchener. Specifically, concerns were raised about drug deals involving fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine.

Police searched a home in Kitchener on April 10 and six people were arrested.

Officers said they found “a significant quantity” of suspected fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine and hydromorphone pills.

They also seized two guns, ammunition, four replica firearms, electronic devices and cash.

A 50-year-old man, an 18-year-old man, a 50-year-old woman, a 53-year-old woman, a 53-year-old man and a 40-year-old man, all from Kitchener, were arrested. Their charges include possession for the purpose of trafficking, firearms-related offences, possession of a prohibited device and disobeying a court order. One person was also wanted on outstanding warrants for escaping lawful custody and resisting arrest.