Necklace stolen in Kitchener distraction theft

Waterloo Regional Police cruiser outside the service's headquarters on Aug. 18, 2025. (Heather Senoran/CTV News)

Police are warning the public about the dangers of distraction thefts after a woman had her necklace stolen steps from her Kitchener home.

The victim, a 65-year-old woman, told police she was in her driveway on Hidden Creek Drive near Westforest Trail Wednesday afternoon when two unknown people approached her. She said they struck up a conversation and one of the suspects placed a necklace on her, before removing her original necklace.

The victim said the pair then left in a vehicle.

Police say no one was injured and the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777 ext. 6399, or Crime Stoppers.