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Fraud Prevention Month – Protect yourself from scams
Posted on Tuesday, March 05, 2024 01:03 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, March 5, 2024 1:03 pm
(Ottawa) – Each year, Canadians lose millions of dollars to fraud. Educating yourself on common scams is the easiest way to prevent becoming a victim of one.
- If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Don’t fall for high pressure sales tactics that don’t allow you to think over a decision or that require you to provide personal, banking or credit card information before you have even accepted an offer. Any reputable company will put...
Three people charged per the CDSA following the execution of multiple warrants in Ottawa
Posted on Friday, March 01, 2024 02:24 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, March 1, 2024 2:25 pm
(Ottawa) — In the fall of 2023, members of the Ottawa Police Service Street Crime Unit commenced a criminal investigation regarding individuals suspected of trafficking illicit drugs in the City of Ottawa.
On Wednesday, February 28, 2024 multiple search warrants were executed throughout the City. Police seized two loaded 9mm pistols, cocaine, purple fentanyl, a large denomination of Canadian currency, crack cocaine and a variety of other...
Calling all local charities: Apply to be the beneficiary of the 13th annual OPS Gala
Posted on Friday, March 01, 2024 12:12 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, March 1, 2024 12:12 pm
(Ottawa) - The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for its 13th annual Gala to be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the Shaw Centre.
To qualify, your organization must be:
- A registered charity; and
- Provide services to Ottawa residents.
We invite those who qualify to fill out the application form at ottawapolice.ca/Gala before 4 p.m. on Friday, March 31, 2024, and let us know about the important...
Suspect to identify in Bank St commercial robbery
Posted on Thursday, February 29, 2024 11:55 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, February 29, 2024 11:55 am
(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a commercial robbery in the 300 block of Bank Street on February 23rd.
At approximately 2:30 pm, the lone suspect entered the store. He proceeded to the back of the store where he engaged in a conversation with a staff member. He then brandished a large knife and removed products from behind the counter. The suspect...
Join us this Friday for the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics: Freezin’ for a Reason!
Posted on Thursday, February 29, 2024 11:00 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, February 29, 2024 11:00 am
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service invites you to join us at the Annual Polar Plunge for Special Olympics taking place at TD Place on Friday, March 1st, in partnership with the Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run (OLETR).
The Polar Plunge takes place in several cities across Canada and raises much-needed funds for the athletes and families of Special Olympics Ontario.
Special Olympic athletes range from children to adults with intellectual...