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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, March 27, 2020  3:55pm  (Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service is concerned that stunt driving continues to be a problem on our roads, as we struggle with the COVID-19 pandemic. 
Today, Traffic officers seized a total of 8 vehicles that exceeded the speed limit by more than 50 km/h, including a motorcycle driver who was performing wheelies. Two offenders, speeding in a construction zone before being intercepted, were issued...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, March 27, 2020    2:12pm  (Ottawa) –The Ottawa Police is investigating a shooting at the intersection of Bronson Avenue and Catherine Street that occurred at 9:19pm on March 26 th . 
No one was injured and no property was damaged. 
Investigators are looking to speak with anyone who may have witnessed the incident.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Ottawa Police Service...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, March 27, 2020    1:17pm Ottawa – Frontline officers responded to a break and enter in the 1400 block of Lagan Way, on Thursday, March 26 th .
At 6:26am, a witness called 911 as they observed a man break into a garage, steal a bicycle and flee the area. Frontline officers located the suspect thanks to the description provided by the witness.
The suspect resisted arrest and spat on responding officers, repeatedly claiming...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Friday, March 27, 2020             12:24am  (Ottawa)–With the spring thaw, the Ottawa Police Service is reminding residents of the many dangers that may arise due to thin ice.
The Marine Dive and Trails Unit is offering safety advice to keep Ottawa residents out of danger: 
Ice is inherently dangerous at this time of year and is always unpredictable. Stay away from open...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, March 27, 2020    11:00 am  (Ottawa) – Frontline officers responded to a break and enter in the 300 block of Bruyère Street on Wednesday, March 25th. 
At approximately 11:20 am, a woman walked into a residence and stole items out of a bedroom. Frontline officers located and arrested the suspect.
The Ottawa Police Break and Enter Unit has charged Roxanne DRAPER, 52, with Breaking and Entering x4 and Breach...
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