Seeking witnesses to Rochester Street stabbing
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, September 2, 2026 11:00 a.m.
Ottawa — The Ottawa Police Service is seeking witnesses to a stabbing that occurred in the 100 block of Rochester Street.
On September 2, 2026, at 12:22 a.m., a victim reported that they had been stabbed near a park on Rochester Street. They were taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Anyone with information or who may have witnessed the incident is asked to call the Central Criminal Investigations Section at 613-236-1222, extension 5166 or email centralciu@ottawapolice.ca.
To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online at crimestoppers.ca.
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