Attempted robbery and firearm discharge on Beaverwood Road

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, August 10,  2026     3:40 p.m.

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service is investigating an attempted robbery and firearm discharge that occurred outside a financial institution in the 1100 block of Beaverwood Road around 10:30 a.m. today.

A seller had arranged to meet a prospective buyer through Facebook Marketplace outside of the institution. During the meeting, a male, now identified as a young offender, allegedly attempted to rob the seller and pointed a firearm.

Two shots were fired during the incident. No one was struck, and the victim sustained minor injuries.

Three people, including a security guard, the victim and an off-duty police officer, took the suspect into custody. The suspect was transported to CHEO for minor injuries sustained during the arrest. A firearm was recovered.

The investigation remains ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Robbery Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5116, or email robbery@ottawapolice.ca.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca.

The Ottawa Police Service reminds residents to consider using a Safe Trade Zone when completing in-person transactions through online marketplaces. Safe Trade Zones are designated parking spaces at select OPS facilities. View Safe Trade Zone locations and safety tips.

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