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Ottawa Police is warning the community about Fraudulent Liens and Mortgages

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, December 21, 2023 11:45 am

(Ottawa) —The Ottawa Police Service Organized Fraud Unit would like to warn the community about fraudulent Liens on personal property (known as Notice of Security Interest-NOSI) and Mortgages that may be occurring in the Ottawa Area.  Police has received information that individuals may be attempting to defraud unsuspecting homeowners in the City. 

“This scam works when individuals knock on your door suggesting they can do free or nearly...

Collision on Leitrim Rd: recovered stolen vehicles, and charges laid

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, December 20, 2023   3:15 pm

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service East Criminal Investigations Unit has charged three individuals following a single motor vehicle collision yesterday on Leitrim Road.

Patrol officers were in Riverside South yesterday, conducting proactive patrols due to recent and ongoing vehicle thefts. At approximately 3:20 am, a vehicle was seen idling near a Toyota Tacoma and Dodge Ram, both of which are known to be target vehicles for theft.

Winter Safety Tips for all Your Activities

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, December 20, 2023  11:25 am

(Ottawa)—With the winter season fast approaching, the Ottawa Police urges residents to exercise caution when doing their preferred winter activities and practice our best safety tips and precautions.

Ice Safety

At this time of the year, falling into the water can be very dangerous. Even the strongest swimmers can struggle due to the water’s cold temperature.

It is recommended that residents stay clear of small and large bodies of water...

Hit and Run Collision on Innes Road: driver identified

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, December 20, 2023   9:00 am

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service is advising that the driver of the vehicle has been identified.

The investigation is ongoing.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, December 19, 2023   10:00 am

Hit and Run Collision on Innes Road: Seeking Witnesses 

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service is investigating a collision that occurred on Sunday, December 17 in the 3600 block of Innes Road.

Suspect to identify - Centretown mischief

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Tuesday, December 19, 2023   2:15 pm

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Central Criminal Investigations Unit is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a mischief incident on October 14 at the intersection of Bronson Avenue and Albert Street.

At approximately 1:00 pm, the suspect approached a vehicle idling on the road and spontaneously began hitting it. The suspect then continued walking and left the area with his dog.

The suspect is described as a...