Swatting Incident In Waterloo

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a swatting call in Cambridge.

On December 29, 2024, at approximately 5:30 p.m., police responded to the area of Burnett Avenue and Saginaw Parkway after receiving a call threatening to commit acts of violence.

Through the investigation, officers determined that the call was a false report intended to initiate an emergency response.

There are no ongoing concerns for public safety.

The investigation remains ongoing by members of the General Investigations Unit.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777.

Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

Waterloo Regional Police would like to remind members of the public that making false reports to police are illegal and can result in criminal charges.

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