Police searching for suspect after a reported robbery in Waterloo
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Waterloo regional police are looking for a suspect after they were called to a robbery involving a firearm.
Officers were called to the Albert Street and Hickory Street West area of Waterloo on Feb. 22 at approximately 12 a.m.
They were told an unknown man approached a victim, showed them a firearm, and then stole personal property from the victim before running away.
Investigators say the suspect fired a single gunshot while he was fleeing.
No injuries were reported.
The suspect is described as 5’9” and approximately 30-years-old.
At the time, he was wearing a construction hoodie and dark clothing.
He was last seen heading toward Hazel Street from Hickory Street West.
Anyone with more information is asked to contact police.
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