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Cops and Bloggers | Quartermaster is no longer a boys’ club
Posted on Friday, March 08, 2019 10:45 AM
March 2019
By Drew Clark, Quartermaster Coordinator
The word Quartermaster (QM) is a military term which literally means, ‘Master of the Quarters’. It has been around since the 16th century and comes from the Old French quartier and Latin quarterium to describe the supply function for the army on the battle field. This role was typically held by a senior soldier, who was responsible for stocking and distributing supplies and provisions.
The supply department was the mainstay of any army. Battles could...
Choir director charged with Sexual assault
Posted on Friday, January 25, 2019 03:45 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, January 25, 2019 8:56am
(Ottawa) –The Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit (SACA) began an investigation in early 2018 into allegations of sexual assault dating from 2016 to 2017.
Charges stem from incidences when the male worked as a choir director and music instructor in Ottawa.
As a result of the investigation, Uwe Frank LIEFLANDER, 55 years old, from Germany is to be arrested on a warrant and charged with Sexual Assault, upon his return to Canada.
SACA...
OPS partners with Trillium Gift of Life Network, Ottawa Paramedics, Coroner’s Office to identify potential tissue donors
Posted on Thursday, January 10, 2019 06:30 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, January 10, 2019 11:40am
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is pleased to announce a new initiative in partnership with Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN), Ottawa Paramedic Service, and the Ottawa Coroner’s Office.
This new partnership coordinates the efforts of all three services to help save and enhance lives. It will assist in identifying potential tissue donors, who need to be referred within 12 hours to preserve the opportunity for donation.
“This...
Drivers aren’t getting the message about the dangers of distracted driving
Posted on Friday, December 21, 2018 09:00 AM
By Cst. Sean Ralph and Cst. Michel Vandal, December 2018
Despite education campaigns like our own Leave the Phone Alone and ongoing enforcement, distracted driving is the number one cause of injuries and deaths on Ontario roadways.
For some reason, drivers aren’t getting the message about just how dangerous driving distracted is.
Why should you put the phone away while driving?
You are 23 times more likely to be involved in a collision if you text while driving. Talking on the phone increases your...
Steps you can take to have a safe and crime-free holiday
Posted on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 09:30 AM
By Sgt. Andrew Pidcock, December 2018
My favourite time of the year is coming up! The Holiday Season is a time to share with loved ones. Many of you will be staying home to celebrate and others will be travelling to visit loved ones near and far. Many will be busy shopping for gifts right up to the last minute!
Unfortunately this can also be a busy time of year for those who may be looking at taking advantage of these traditions.
Here are some tips to follow to ensure a safe and enjoyable time...