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Police seek witnesses to shooting incident on Ontario Highway 417(Queensway)
Posted on Friday, May 13, 2022 08:00 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, May 13, 2022 12:05 pm
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Guns and Gangs Unit is investigating a shooting that occurred yesterday afternoon at approximately 1:20pm on Highway 417 West bound between the Metcalfe Street and Parkdale Avenue exits.
Yesterday afternoon, the Ottawa Police Service was advised of two persons attending a hospital with gunshot wounds. A 25 year old man and woman were admitted with non-life threatening injuries. They were later released. Investigators...
Reduce your risk of bicycle theft
Posted on Friday, May 13, 2022 05:45 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, May 13, 2022 10:00am
(Ottawa) – Police typically see an increase in bicycle thefts this time of year, particularly from residential condominium and apartment buildings. Bicycle owners can use these tips to help keep your bike secure.
- If you reside in a residential building, do not let strangers in. Lawful tenants will have a key or fob for their own use. Be mindful of people on foot or bike following your vehicle in through the garage door. Many thieves will...
Police seek witnesses to shooting incident on Fox Hollow Crescent
Posted on Thursday, May 12, 2022 06:00 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, May 12, 2022 10:15am
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Guns and Gangs Unit is investigating a shooting that occurred last night at approximately 11:00pm in the 2600 block of Fox Hollow Crescent.
Frontline Patrol officers attended the scene after receiving information that gun shots had been heard in the area. On scene, they located a vehicle that had been damaged by bullets. There were no reported injuries.
Investigators are seeking any witnesses to this...
Downtown traffic disruptions expected Thursday afternoon
Posted on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 12:15 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, May 11, 2022 4:25 p.m.
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service would like to advise commuters to expect traffic disruptions tomorrow afternoon, May 12th, in the Downtown core as a pedestrian-based demonstration is expected to take place starting on Parliament Hill early afternoon.
Demonstrators will begin their march at Parliament Hill at approximately 1:30 p.m. and continue throughout the Downtown core until 3 p.m. with a return to Parliament Hill. As such,...
Ottawa Police Service reminds homeowners of some break and enter prevention tips
Posted on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 06:15 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, May 10, 2022 10:30am
(Ottawa) – As the weather warms up and we look forward to opening our windows and enjoying the fresh air, the Break and Enter Section would like to remind you of some safety practices to reduce the risk of a break-in.
“In Spring and summer, we tend to be in and out of the house a lot, have windows open and spend time in our backyards,” says Sergeant James Ritchie with the Break and Enter Section. “That usually means doors are left unlocked...
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