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Two frontline officers save a man’s life with early CPR and Naloxone

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, April 1, 2020           4:00pm 

(Ottawa) – Last evening, Frontline officers responded to a call for service about an unconscious man in a home in the 200 block of Donald Street.

When two constables arrived on scene, they were directed to a man who was on the floor, with a faint pulse, gasping for air and turning blue. Officers were informed by bystanders that the man had consumed narcotics. 

Officers immediately administered Naloxone and engaged in CPR...

Update: Changes to Ottawa Police non-urgent services – new Police Reporting Unit hours

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, April 1, 2020        8:15am

(Ottawa)—Effective today, the Police Reporting Unit will be open and available to take public calls from 8:00a.m.to 10:00p.m. (7) days a week at 613-236-1222, extension 7300.

Starting July 15th, the Unit will operate from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. until September 1st.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, March 18, 2020  ...

15 vehicles seized under Stunt driving law this week – enforcement continues this weekend

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, March 27, 2020  3:55pm 

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service is concerned that stunt driving continues to be a problem on our roads, as we struggle with the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Today, Traffic officers seized a total of 8 vehicles that exceeded the speed limit by more than 50 km/h, including a motorcycle driver who was performing wheelies. Two offenders, speeding in a construction zone before being intercepted, were issued higher fines and additional demerit points for...

Shooting investigation on Bronson Avenue - police seeking witnesses

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, March 27, 2020    2:12pm 

(Ottawa) –The Ottawa Police is investigating a shooting at the intersection of Bronson Avenue and Catherine Street that occurred at 9:19pm on March 26th. 

No one was injured and no property was damaged. 

Investigators are looking to speak with anyone who may have witnessed the incident.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Ottawa Police Service Guns and Gangs Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5050. 

Anonymous tips can be...

Update: Three people involved in an Assault causing bodily harm have been identified

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, March 26, 2020    7:15am 

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service West Criminal Investigations Section to thank the public for their assistance. The three people involved in an assault causing bodily harm on Earl Grey Drive have been identified. 

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the West Criminal Investigations Section at 613-236-1222, ext. 2666.  

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers...