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Collision on Leitrim Rd: recovered stolen vehicles, and charges laid
Posted on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 03:15 PM
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
Posted on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 11:25 AM
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
Posted on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 09:00 AM
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
Posted on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 02:15 PM
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...
Increase in personal robberies linked to online marketplaces in-person exchanges
Posted on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 12:55 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, December 19, 2023 12:55 pm
(Ottawa)—The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) Robbery Unit is seeing a significant increase in personal electronic robberies stemming from online marketplace transactions, like Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji, with in-person exchanges.
While this time of year typically sees an increase in personal robberies, our Robbery Unit has seen approximately 30% more peer-to-peer robberies since October, including cellphone robberies.
When setting up...