Author: Ottawa Police
Stay safe this holiday season with crime prevention and safety tips from Ottawa Police
With the holidays coming up, the Ottawa Police Service is advising residents to be vigilant, safe and most importantly, exercise caution during this festive time of the year…
Fraud increasing on online marketplaces – Taylor Swift fans targeted
In recent weeks, the Fraud Unit has received an increase in reports of fake ticket sales for the sold-out Taylor Swift concert, with some complainants losing upwards of $2,000. Ottawa residents have lost more than $12,000 to this scam in the last three days alone.
Back to School safety reminders for students and commuters
With students of all ages returning to the classroom over the coming weeks, the Ottawa Police Service reminds motorists to be aware of an increased number of students on city streets.
Man with fake handgun arrested by police on Hazeldean Road in Kanata
At approximately 1:45AM on the 1st day of April 2018, the Ottawa Police Service responded to a call for a male brandishing a handgun in an establishment on the 400…
Police seek witnesses to Friday night’s drive-by shooting in Kanata
The Ottawa Police Service is currently investigating a shooting that took place on the 30th day of March 2018. At approximately 9:30PM, three males were driving a compact 4 door…
Police ask for public’s help to locate owners of stolen property
In the early hours of March 3rd officers responded to the area of Friendly Cres., Liard St., and Stittsville Main St. to a report of theft from vehicles. As a…
Police ask for assistance to locate Stonehaven senior
UPDATE: Police say she’s been found safe. Missing Person BANFALLI has been located safe and sound. Thank you for your re-tweets. — OPS Operations (@DutyInspector) January 8, 2018 (press release…
Suspects sought in Kanata North home invasion
(via Ottawa police) The Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit is investigating a recent home invasion and is seeking the public’s assistance to identify the two suspects responsible. On September 11,…
Sad ending to search for missing Jackson Trails senior
(PHOTO: Police search for missing person Nelliya Karbisheva in the Jackson Trails area on Tuesday. Photo by Connor Boudreau.) UPDATE, May 27: Karbisheva’s family have thanked the community for their…
Police issue warning about break-ins into sheds and garages
(via Ottawa Police) The Ottawa Police Break & Enter Unit has started to see an increase in reports of break & enters into insecure sheds & garages. With the arrival…
Police conduct enforcement blitz on snowmobile trails
(via Ottawa Police) The Ottawa Police Service, Safer Roads Ottawa and Ottawa Fire Services remind snowmobilers of the importance of making smart choices, like riding sober, avoiding lakes and rivers…
Police adjust front desk hours at Huntmar station
(via Ottawa Police) On January 23, 2017, the Ottawa Police Service will be adjusting the hours at the Elgin, Huntmar, and 10th Line Front Desks so they are the same…
Ottawa Police to hold info sessions about new community policing strategy
(via Ottawa Police) The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is hosting a series of public information sessions for residents to learn more about changes to its service delivery model. These changes…
Charges laid in Iber Road marijuana dispensary robbery
(via Ottawa Police) The Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit is investigating the robberies of several marijuana dispensaries and charges have been laid in connection to three incidents. Year to date…
Police seek witnesses to fatal crash at Fernbank-Eagleson Sunday
UPDATE, Oct 31: (via Ottawa Police) The Ottawa Police Collision Investigation Unit is investigating a fatal collision which occurred at 5:35 pm on October 30, at the intersection of Eagleson…