Waterloo Regional Police Arrest 5 in Downtown Cambridge Drug Crackdown, Seize Fentanyl and Meth

Five people were arrested during a two-day police enforcement project targeting illegal drug activity in downtown Cambridge, the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) said. The project took place in the Galt and Preston downtown areas during the week of October 25, 2026.

Police said officers seized quantities of methamphetamine and fentanyl, along with drug paraphernalia and a prohibited knife.

One person charged

Of the five people arrested, one was charged with possession of a prohibited weapon and possession of a controlled substance, according to police. The release did not say whether the other people arrested face charges, and no one was named.

Police said officers also gave out information about addiction and social service resources that are available in the community.

Part of an ongoing initiative

The work was carried out by the WRPS South Division Crime Suppression, Analysis, and Response (CSAR) Unit. Police described the project as part of an ongoing initiative to respond to community concerns and improve public safety in Cambridge's two downtown cores.

Waterloo Regional Police said they will keep working proactively to disrupt illegal drug activity and improve safety for residents, businesses and visitors in downtown Cambridge.

The police file number is WA26159536. The Waterloo Regional Police Service non-emergency line is 519-570-9777. In an emergency, call 9-1-1.

Crime in the region

The Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo area's Crime Severity Index was 66.82 in 2025, down 8.63% from a year earlier, and its Violent Crime Severity Index was 85.09, according to Statistics Canada.