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Fatal Collision on Prince of Wales Drive: police seeking witnesses

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, November 6, 2023   1:15 pm

(Ottawa) —The Ottawa Police Service Fatal Collision Investigations Unit is seeking witnesses to a fatal collision that occurred last night.

At approximately 11:30 pm, officers were called to the 3500 block of Prince of Wales Drive in response to a collision involving two motor vehicles.

A 63-year-old woman succumbed to critical injuries suffered in the collision.

Investigators would like to speak with anyone who witnessed the collision or...

Community partners out to light up cyclists this Tuesday

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, November 6, 2023   11:30 am

(Ottawa) –Ottawa Police Service and Safer Roads Ottawa have partnered to raise awareness and encourage Ottawa cyclists to light themselves up while cycling in the early evening and night.

At the upcoming Lights on Bikes event, organizers and community partners will provide free bike lights and reflective bands as well as tips for improving cyclist visibility and general road safety.

Date: Tuesday, November 7

Time: 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Suspect identified in city wide frauds

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Friday, November 3, 2023   4:15 pm

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service East Criminal Investigations Unit is advising that the suspect involved in several frauds across the city has been identified and the police investigation continues.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Friday, October 27, 2023   1:15 pm

Suspect to identify in city wide frauds

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa...

Please join Ottawa Police activities during Crime Prevention Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, November 3, 2023  2:35 pm

(Ottawa) –  Police services across the province are participating in Crime Prevention Week, in collaboration with the Ontario Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services and the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP).

This annual awareness week highlights how residents and police can work together to enhance the safety of their communities. This year’s Crime Prevention Week is set to begin on November 5th and extend...

Fatal Collision on St. Joseph Boulevard: Police Seeking Witnesses

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, November 3, 2023   2:00 pm

(Ottawa) —The Ottawa Police Service Fatal Collision Unit Investigators are seeking witnesses to a fatal collision that occurred last night.

At approximately 9:25 pm, officers were called to the 1900 block of St. Joseph Blvd in response to a collision involving a motor vehicle and pedestrian.

A 61-year-old man is deceased as a result of the collision.

Investigators would like to speak with anyone who witnessed the collision or may have...