The Waterloo Regional Police Service is investigating an armed robbery that took place at Victoria Park in West Galt, Cambridge, on the afternoon of March 28, 2026. A youth was biking through the 12.7-hectare City of Cambridge park at approximately 3:35 p.m. when he was confronted by a man who demanded money while holding a small knife. The youth turned over cash and was not physically injured during the encounter, after which the suspect fled toward a nearby wooded area.
Police have released a description of the suspect, who is identified as a White male, approximately 40 years old and 5’8″ tall. He has a thin build and a beard, and was last seen wearing a grey hat, a brown jacket, and light-coloured jeans. Authorities are now asking anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward to assist with the investigation.
Members of the public can contact the Waterloo Regional Police Service at 519-570-9777, extension 2299. Those who prefer to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
This incident follows recent reports regarding crime trends in the area. According to Statistics Canada data from 2024, the Waterloo Region has ranked among the top five worst regions in Ontario for crime rates across most categories. While the region maintains a high police-to-citizen ratio, it has also faced challenges with lower rates of clearing violent crime cases, as noted in previous assessments by local reporting.
