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Missing 67-year-old man to locate
Posted on Monday, December 02, 2024 03:35 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, December 2, 2024 3:35 pm
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Missing Persons Section is seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing 67-year-old Joseph Rene Leroux.
Joseph was last seen leaving his residence in the Glen Carin neighbourhood on November 24th around 8:00pm.
There are concerns for his wellbeing, he has a medical condition that requires medication.
He is described as a white male with a slim build and gray and black hair. There is no description...
Guidelines for Demonstrators: Ensuring Safe and Lawful Protests
Posted on Friday, November 29, 2024 01:30 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, November 29, 2024 1:30 p.m.
(Ottawa)—The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) supports the right of all individuals to peacefully demonstrate and express their views.
Our priority is to support safe, peaceful events where everyone has the opportunity to share their message.
The role of police is to ensure lawful demonstrations can proceed safely and balance the rights of both demonstrators and the community.
There are important limits in place to keep everyone safe. To...
Three people charged in Orleans kidnapping and robbery; police seeking further victims
Posted on Friday, November 29, 2024 09:45 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, November 29, 2024 9:45 am
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit has laid charges in connection with a recent kidnapping, robbery and extortion incident that occurred in October.
On October 21st, the victim, a youth, was picked up by a suspect and driven to a residence in Orleans. The victim was confined to the residence, assaulted and filmed as the accused individuals demand money.
The next day, the victim was able to escape and alert someone to call...
Suspect to identify following an assault on George Street
Posted on Thursday, November 28, 2024 02:07 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, November 28, 2024 2:07 pm
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Central Criminal Investigation Section is seeking the public assistance to identify a suspect responsible for an assault in the 100 block of George Street on October 27th.
At approximately 3:35 am, the victim was outside of a licenced establishment when the suspect approached them, and a verbal altercation ensued. The suspect then physically assaulted the victim.
The victim sustained minor...
Festive RIDE 2024: Drive sober this holiday season
Posted on Thursday, November 28, 2024 12:08 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, November 28, 2024 12:08 pm
(Ottawa) —This holiday season, the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) will be conducting RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) programs and is reminding drivers to celebrate responsibly and keep our roads safe.
The OPS’ municipal and policing partners, like the RCMP, OPP, MADD Ottawa, Safer Roads Ottawa and the Ottawa Insurance Brokers Association, will also be involved in the RIDE campaign.
During the program, RIDE checkpoints will be...
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