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Suspect to identify in Richmond Road Break and Enter
Posted on Thursday, September 10, 2020 12:15 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, September 10, 2020 4:15pm
(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Break and Enter Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the person responsible for a break and enter in the 1000 block of Richmond Road that occurred on August 25th.
At approximately 4:20 am, a man entered a locked garage and stole a bicycle.
The suspect is described as a Caucasian man, 30-45 years old, 5’8” to 6’ tall (173 to 183 cm) to with a slim build. At the time, he was wearing a Polo...
Thinking about a career in policing? Join a Virtual Recruiting Information Session!
Posted on Tuesday, September 08, 2020 09:30 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, September 8, 2020 1:30pm
(Ottawa) – If you are thinking of applying to become a police officer, have already applied, or are in the selection process, join one of the Ottawa Police Service’s virtual recruitment information session on Instagram for useful tips and information!
“We are pleased to offer virtual information sessions on the second Wednesday of every month to attract the most talented and diverse potential candidates as possible,” says Sgt. Maria Keen,...
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One year anniversary of fatal hit-and-run collision at Montreal Road and Vanier Parkway, police seeking public tips to identify the driver
Posted on Tuesday, September 08, 2020 08:30 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, September 8, 2020 12:40pm
(Ottawa) – This week marks the one year anniversary of the fatal hit-and-run collision that took the life of 36 year old Ahshellla Huxtable on September 7th, 2019 just before 4:00pm at the intersection of Vanier Parkway and Montreal Road.
The Ottawa Police Service Collision Investigation Unit is making a public appeal for more tips. The red Nissan Altima involved in the collision was located last September (see photo); however the...
Update: Man arrested in relation to Richmond Road Homicide
Posted on Tuesday, September 08, 2020 05:15 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, September 8, 2020 9:20 am
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service arrested wanted person Michael BUCKLEY on September 4th, 2020, after he had turned himself in to the Toronto Police Service. He was charged with 1st degree murder.
We would like to thank the public for their assistance in the matter.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, September 4, 2020 3:32pm
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Congratulations to Special Constables Susanne Kelly and Michael Bednarek on their Police Hero of the Year award
Posted on Thursday, September 03, 2020 08:15 AM
*Warning some readers may find the following content about suicide disturbing.
In June 2019, Special Constables Michael Bednarek and Susanne Kelly were driving on Laurier Avenue when they were waved down by frantic pedestrians as a suicidal man had climbed over the railing of the bridge and began wrapping a extension cord around his neck, the other end of the cord had been tied to the bridge.
Both Special Constables exited their work vehicle and ran toward the man. Special Constable Bednarek was...