Suspect wanted in assault involving noxious substance in Kitchener

A Waterloo Regional Police vehicle is seen in Waterloo, Ont., June 28, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nick Iwanyshyn
A Waterloo Regional Police vehicle is seen in Waterloo, Ont., June 28, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nick Iwanyshyn THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nick Iwanyshyn

Waterloo Regional Police are looking for a suspect after an assault in Kitchener involving a noxious substance.

On July 11 around 6:15 p.m., police say they responded to a disturbance in the area of Victoria Street North and Weber Street West.

Through their investigation, they say a male victim was sprayed by a noxious substance by another unknown male, who fled the scene before emergency services could arrive.

The victim was transported to local hospital and was treated for minor injuries.

Police say they believe the incident was targeted and are asking anyone with information to come forward.

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