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Fraud Unit warning residents to be vigilant with card skimming fraud involving a taxi
Posted on Friday, September 24, 2021 11:30 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, September 24, 2021 3:35pm
(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Organized Fraud Unit is advising the public to be extra vigilant when being asked to pay for a service with a credit or bank card in exchange of money.
Since September 21st, 2021, the Ottawa Police Service has received several complaints concerning people being defrauded after affording assistance in paying with their personal credit or bank card for a taxi fare.
In all incidents, a suspect approaches...
Shooting investigation on Grenon Ave: seeking witnesses
Posted on Friday, September 24, 2021 06:45 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, September 24, 2021 10:55 am
(Ottawa) — The Guns and Gangs Unit is investigating a shooting that occurred early this morning in the 1000 block of Grenon Avenue.
At approximately 00:41 am on September 24th, 2021, Frontline Officers responded to a call for shots fired. On scene, they located property damage caused by bullets.
Shortly after the incident, a 21 year old man drove himself to a nearby hospital with gunshot wounds. It is believed he was involved in the...
Seeking witnesses in West Hunt Club Road fatal collision investigation
Posted on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 12:45 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, September 21, 2021 4:45pm
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Collision Investigation Unit is investigating a collision that occurred on West Hunt Club Road approximately 50 metres West of Greenbank Road on September 20th, 2021.
At approximately 4:45pm, Frontline patrol responded to motor vehicle collision involving three vehicles: A grey 2020 Subaru Outback, a white 2015 Kenworth dump truck and a white 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. The Driver of the Silverado, a...
Shooting investigation on Russell Rd: seeking witnesses
Posted on Friday, September 17, 2021 07:30 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, September 17, 2021 11:50am
(Ottawa) – The Guns and Gangs Unit is investigating a shooting that occurred yesterday evening in the 2000 block of Russell Rd.
At approximately 7:00pm on September 16th, 2021, Frontline Officers responded to a call for shots fired. Upon arrival, police interviewed numerous witnesses confirming the shooting. No damage to property or injured persons located.
Two men were seen leaving the area in a dark Sport Utility Vehicle(SUV) .
They are...
Shooting investigation on Walkley Road: seeking witnesses
Posted on Thursday, September 16, 2021 08:00 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, September 16, 2021 12:05pm
(Ottawa) — The Guns and Gangs Unit is investigating a shooting that occurred last night near the intersection of Baycrest Drive and Walkley Road.
At approximately 11:00pm on September 15, 2021, Frontline patrol Officers responded to a call for a vehicle possibly damaged by bullets and men walking away from it on Southmore Drive. When Police arrived on scene, two men returned to the vehicle and once confronted by Police concerning...