Waterloo Regional Police issued a warning on Twitter on Thursday night after three robberies occurred in Kitchener over a 30-minute timeframe.
Police made the announcement at around 10:45 p.m., warning residents to expect an increased police presence in the areas as the robberies were under investigation.
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Two of the robberies occurred at convenience stores, one at Belmont Avenue and Glasgow Street and another at Victoria Street North and Lancaster Street.
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The third was also initially reported to be at a convenience store near Fischer-Hallman and Highland roads, but police later noted that it was actually at a restaurant.
A police spokesperson told Global News that officers believe the three robberies are connected.
Police are expected to provide more details about the incidents on Friday.
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