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Two arrested in connection with armed bank robbery in Cambridge

As result of police investigation man, 42, and woman, 48, face several charges
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Waterloo regional police have made an arrest in connection to a robbery at a bank in Cambridge, according to a news release.

On June 16 at approximately 3:45 p.m., police responded to reports of a robbery in the area of Queen Street West and Guelph Avenue. A male suspect entered the bank, brandished a firearm, and stole an undisclosed amount of money before fleeing on foot, the release added.

On Thursday investigators completed a search warrant at a residence in Cambridge and arrested two. As a result of the investigation, a 42-year-old male and a 48-year-old female, both from Cambridge, were charged with the following:

  • Robbery with a firearm
  • Possession of stolen property under $5,000
  • Conspiracy to commit

The male was also arrested and charged with:

  • Point firearm
  • Utter threats
  • Disguise with intent
  • Possession of firearm contrary to order
  • Breach of probation (two counts)

The female was also arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of suspected fentanyl
  • Possession of suspected cocaine

Both parties were held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 8255. Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.