Saturday, October 24, 2026
Woodstock, ON – The Woodstock Police Woodstock Police Service has arrested three individuals following investigations involving a fleeing driver, outstanding warrants and a retail theft.
On October 21, 2026, at approximately 1:45 a.m., officers investigating a wanted individual in the area of Perry Street observed a vehicle occupied by the individual.
Police attempted to stop the vehicle; however, the driver fled. Shortly afterward, the vehicle was located, and the driver attempted to flee on foot before being apprehended by officers.
As a result of the investigation, a 37-year-old male from Kitchener, has been charged with:
- Flight from Peace Officer
- Operation While Prohibited
- Fail to Comply with Release Order
The male was also wanted by the Waterloo Regional Police Service on a warrant for multiple criminal charges.
During the same investigation, officers encountered a 37-year-old female who was also wanted on a warrant held by the Waterloo Regional Police Service. The female was arrested.
While investigating this incident, officers in the area of Perry Street identified a male matching the description of a suspect involved in a retail theft earlier that evening at a business on Norwich Avenue.
During the arrest, officers observed that the male was wearing merchandise matching the description of a stolen item, with the retail price tag still attached.
As a result of the investigation, a 42-year-old male from Woodstock has been charged with:
- Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting
The accused was subsequently released on an undertaking.
The Woodstock Police Service remains committed to proactive enforcement and working collaboratively with neighbouring police services to enhance community safety.
The Woodstock Police Service would like to encourage anyone with information about these investigations to contact the Woodstock Police Service at 519-537-2323 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).