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Human Trafficking Unit conducts a “john sting” targeting demand for underage sex work
Posted on Wednesday, June 03, 2026 09:45 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 9:45 a.m.
(Ottawa) – An Ottawa Police Service (OPS) undercover operation targeting individuals seeking to sexually exploit minors has led to multiple arrests as part of an ongoing effort to combat human trafficking and protect vulnerable youth.
The OPS Human Trafficking Unit led the targeted initiative in collaboration with the Internet Child Exploitation Unit and the Computer Forensic Unit, with support from the Ontario Provincial Police Human...
Ottawa Police Service and The Royal begin embedding Mobile Crisis Response Team in the community
Posted on Tuesday, June 02, 2026 10:00 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, June 02, 2026 10:00 a.m.
(Ottawa) – Building on the partnership announced in January 2026, the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) and The Royal are taking the next step - bringing their first Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) directly into the community.
Starting this week, the joint team will actively support individuals across the National Capital Region by pairing a specially trained OPS Mental Health Crisis Unit officer with a mental health professional from The...
Stabbing investigation: Mooney’s Bay Park
Posted on Monday, June 01, 2026 12:40 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, June 1, 2026 12:40 p.m.
(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is investigating after an incident at 2960 Riverside Drive results in multiple injuries from apparent stabbings on Saturday, May 30th.
The OPS responded to Mooney’s Bay Park at approximately 8:53 p.m. following reports of a stabbing altercation.
Two injured victims were located. One victim was transported to the hospital with serious injuries, the other victim received minor injuries.
No arrests have...
Cst. Christopher Lalonde wins Chief Thomas G. Flanagan Lifetime Achievement Award
Posted on Monday, June 01, 2026 07:38 AM
An Ottawa Police Service officer whose impact extends far beyond the badge was recognized for his extraordinary commitment to youth, sport, and community on Saturday night.
Constable Christopher Lalonde of East District won the Chief Thomas G. Flanagan First Responder Award, for Lifetime Achievement—an honour presented at the gala on May 30, 2026. The award recognizes first responders who dedicate their time to volunteer work in their communities through sport and recreation while creating...
Joint-agency traffic enforcement project results in 39 charges
Posted on Sunday, May 31, 2026 10:47 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sunday, May 31, 2026 10:47 a.m.
(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service (OPS), in partnership with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), conducted a joint traffic enforcement initiative on the evening of May 29.
Officers from South District Traffic, West District Traffic, East District Traffic, West NRT, South NRT, and the OPP were deployed across the city to identify and deter illegal car gatherings. Police attended several locations where property owners had indicated...
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