FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Saturday, February 9, 2019     6:54pm 

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service is investigating a stabbing that occurred on Friday evening at 4:22pm.  Frontline officers located male victim in his 40s suffering from a stabbing on the 300 block of Murray Street. The male was transported by Paramedics to a hospital with serious and life-threatening injuries. Both the victim and suspect are known to each other.

The suspect in his mid 30s was arrested on scene. He is facing charges of:

• Assault with a weapon
• Possession of a weapon
• Aggravated assault

Investigation is still ongoing.   

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call the Central Criminal Investigation Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5166. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Monday, February 11, 2019               3:15pm 

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service is investigating a recent robbery and is seeking the public’s assistance to identify the male suspect responsible. 

On Feb. 7, 2019 at 12:16pm a lone male suspect entered a pharmacy situated in the 700 block of Somerset Street West and demanded cash. No one was injured during the robbery. 

The suspect is described as a white male, 5’9” (175 cm), thin build. He had a moustache. He wore an “army” green coloured coat, grey jogging pants, and black boots. A tattoo was observed on his right hand (see attached pictures.) 

Anyone with information regarding this robbery, or any other robbery, is asked to call the Ottawa Police's Robbery Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5116. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, February 12, 2019       8:48am 

(Ottawa) – On Sunday, February 10, 2019 at approximately 7:30pm, a male suspect entered a pharmacy in the 1600 block of Heron Road and robbed the clerk at knifepoint. An undisclosed quantity of narcotics was taken. He then fled the area on foot. No injuries were reported. 

He is described as a white male in his 30’s, 6’0” (183 cm), thin build. He was wearing blue jeans, a black jacket and a distinctive baseball hat with a red brim (view picture.) 

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call the Robbery Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5116. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app. 

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Media Relations Section                  

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, February 12, 2019       4:34pm 

(Ottawa) – On February 5, 2019, Ottawa Police responded to a call for service at approximately 2:30am about a suspicious incident in the 500 block of Legget Drive.  

As a result of the investigation by West Criminal Investigation, two firearms – a handgun and a carbine - were seized.

Bryan VIVIAN, 40 years old of Ottawa was charged with the following offenses:

• Discharging a firearm
• Possession of a loaded restricted Firearm
• Careless use of a Fiream
• Careless Storage of a firearm and ammunition  x4
• Possession of a Restricted Firearm without a license
• Possession of a firearm with altered serial number
• Possession of a prohibited Device (Taser)
• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm  
• Weapons Dangerous x4
• Breach of Recognizance x4 

VIVIAN appeared in court on February 8, 2019. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Wednesday, February 13, 2019         2:10pm 

(Ottawa) — On February 12, 2019 the Ottawa Police Service Drug and Street Crime Units executed warrants in the 1100 block of Gladstone Avenue and the 200 block of Carleton Avenue resulting in the seizure of significant quantities of suspected Fentanyl powder, cocaine and a small quantity of methamphetamine tablets. 

All drugs are still to be analyzed by Health Canada.

As a result of the searches, three Ottawa men were arrested and charged as follows: 

Osman AHMED, 23 years old, Daniel BOND, 35 years old, and Eric CAIN, 35 years old, face three counts each of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Schedule 1 Substance. 

AHMED and CAIN also face charges of Failure to Comply with Undertaking.

AHMED, BOND and CAIN are scheduled to appear in court today.

Further charges may be laid. The Drug Unit’s investigation continues.

Anyone with information about drug trafficking or wanting to make a drug complaint is encouraged to contact the Ottawa Police at 613-236-1222 ext. 7300. Reports can be made online at Ottawapolice.ca.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, February 13, 2019          4:31pm 

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Central District Break and Enter Unit has been actively investigating a spree of break and enter incidents leading to damage and loss of property at over 15 different address in the Downtown area between February 3 and 12, 2019.

The suspect is responsible for 37 reported incidents where he broke into secured parking garages and caused damage and theft to at least 48 vehicles totaling an estimation of thousands of dollars.

Investigators of the Central District Break and Enter Unit actively followed up leads and arrested Marc PICHETTE, 34 years old, of Ottawa, on February 12, 2019.

Investigators have charged PICHETTE with 65 criminal charges at this time including:

• Breaking and Entering x15
• Mischief to Property x48
• Fraud Under $5000
• Breach of Probation

PICHETTE is scheduled to appear in court today.

The Ottawa Police Break and Enter Unit is reminding citizens not to allow strangers to follow them into their buildings or secured parking facilities, to remain vigilant and report suspicious incidents to Police.  

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, February 14, 2019             1:17pm 

(Ottawa) — A lone male suspect committed a break and enter at a residence in the 5900 block Fourth Line Road on January 30, 2019 between 11:00-11:30am.

The suspect entered the residence and stole a wallet and purse belonging to the homeowner. He then fled in an older model red truck with a stainless-steel plow on the front.

A stolen debit card was used to purchase items at a business in the 1400 block of Merivale Road a short time later.

The suspect is described as a Caucasian male, 25-35yrs old, medium build (see picture).

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call the Ottawa Police West Break and Enter Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 2655.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, February 14, 2019    2:13pm 

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit is investigating a recent personal robbery and is seeking the public's assistance to identify the suspect responsible. 

On January 18, 2019, at approximately 7:10 p.m., a lone male suspect accosted a male victim as he was entering his car in the 100 block of Beechwood Avenue. 

The male suspect assaulted the victim and stole his wallet and personal identification. The victim sustained severe injuries during the robbery. The attack on the victim stopped when it was interrupted by two bystanders and the suspect was last seen running southbound on St. Charles Street. 

The suspect is described as a black male, 17-25 years old, athletic build, 5’10-6’0” (178-183cm) tall. He was wearing a black winter coat, black skinny jeans, a gold watch with lots of diamonds and other jewellery.  The suspect also had noticeably crooked front teeth. (No picture available) 

Anyone with information regarding this robbery, or any other robbery, is asked to call the Ottawa Police Robbery Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5116. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, February 15, 2019       4:30pm 

(Ottawa)–Ottawa Police Collision Investigators have laid charges of Fail to Stop and Criminal Negligence Causing Death to a 68 year old male driver.

On Thursday, February 14, at 5:00pm, a vehicle driving southbound on Goulbourn Forced Road just south of Kanata Rockeries Private, struck a pedestrian walking south at the edge of the northbound lane.

The 58 year old male pedestrian succumbed to his injuries on scene.   

Fakhreddin NOUREDDIN, 68 years old of Ottawa, has appeared in court today. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Saturday Feb. 16, 2019 12:11 pm

(Ottawa) – Missing 7 year old female Khalida Musah has been located and is safe. We would like to thank the public for their assistance. There is no further information at this time.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Saturday Feb. 16, 2019 7:37 am

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 7 year old female.  Khalida Musah was last seen in the area of Tremblay Rd / Avenue S at 10:00 pm Friday Feb. 15^th and was noticed missing at 6am this morning.  

She is described as a black female, 4 ft tall, short black hair (4 cornrows in hair),  wearing light blue pajamas with green stars, a dark blue winter coat, and brown boots. 

Anyone seeing the missing female is asked to contact the Ottawa Police immediately by calling 911.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Saturday, February 16, 2019, 5:19am 

(Ottawa) – At 1:45am on Saturday, February 16, 2019, the Ottawa Police Service responded to a report of a stabbing in the 1-100 block of Meadowlands Drive West. 

Frontline officers found two adult victims with minor injuries who were taken to hospital. A suspect was arrested at the scene and remains in custody. There is no risk to the public and no other suspects are being sought. The investigation is ongoing at this time. An update will follow once the investigation is completed. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, February 19, 2019                12:07am

(Ottawa) – On Friday, October 5, 2018 at approximately 9:30 pm the victim entered an automatic banking machine vestibule located in the 3100 block of Strandherd Drive. As the victim was withdrawing money the suspect approached the victim from behind and pointed a handgun and demanded money. An undisclosed amount of money was taken. The suspect was seen getting into a silver Volkswagen sedan. No one was injured. 

The suspect is described as a black male, 5’3” (160cm), short black curly hair, with a beard. He was wearing a grey Puma Hoodie, blue acid washed jeans and dark-coloured shoes (See attached pictures.)

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call the Robbery Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5116. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, February 19, 2019                2:52pm

(Ottawa) – Ottawa Police Bikes and Beats officers located a stolen vehicle on Cobourg Street, Friday, February 15, 2019 at 4:11pm. The officers followed the stolen vehicle, attempting to stop it. The vehicle fled the area not stopping for the officers. The vehicle was later located still running on Montreal road east of the Cummings Bridge; all occupants had fled the vehicle and, in their haste, dropped a loaded firearm on the road near the stolen vehicle. 

A rapid response by Frontline officers led to the location and arrest of two suspects within a short distance of the abandoned stolen vehicle. 

The investigation by the Guns and Gangs unit has resulted in the following charges being laid against Abdulqadir YUSSUF, 19 years old of no fixed address and Kevin NSABUA, 18 years old of no fixed address:  

Both are jointly charged with:

• Resisting a Peace Officer
• Occupying a Motor Vehicle Taken Without Consent
• Possession Property Obtained by Crime Exceeding 5000$
• Careless Storage of a Firearm
• Possess Weapon Dangerous to Public Peace
• Unauthorized Possession a Prohibited Firearm
• Unauthorized Possession a Prohibited Weapon
• Unauthorized Possession a Firearm in a Motor Vehicle
• Possession of a Loaded Firearm
• Possession of a Firearm Obtained by Crime
• Possession of a Prohibited Weapon knowing No Authority 

Kevin NSABUA has also been charged with:

• Flight from a Peace Officer
• Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle 

NSABUA and YUSSUF appeared in show cause court on Saturday morning February 16. and have been held in custody. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, February 19, 2019     3:15pm

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) Marine, Dive and Trails Unit snowmobiles were out on local trails throughout the Family Day long weekend and patrolled the areas of Marlborough Forest, North Gower, Dwyer Hill, Osgoode, Pakenham, Almonte, Constance Bay, Fitzroy Harbour and Cumberland. 

The Unit made contact with hundreds of riders safely enjoying the trails. Routine stops and photo radar by the OPS Traffic Unit resulted in a total of 195 charges for:

• Speeding
• Trail pass violations
• Proof of insurance
• Vehicle registration validation
• Liquor Licence Act
• Off-Road Vehicle Act
• Fail to Stop 

While most residents will be happy to soon welcome increased temperatures, the Ottawa Police Service is reminding residents of the many dangers that may arise as the snow begins to melt.

Here is some advice to keep out of danger: 

• Ice is inherently dangerous at this time of year and is always unpredictable. Stay away from open bodies of water. Always supervise children playing outside who may wander or want to play near rivers, ponds, creeks or ditches etc. A child can drown in less than two inches of water.
• Less than three inches of ice thickness is a hazardous environment. 
• Falling into water at this time of year can lead to hypothermia and death. 
• Cold water temperatures at this time of year can prevent even strong swimmers from escaping once they’ve fallen through the ice.
• If snowmobiling, stay safe on the trails and away from water or thin ice. Over half of drownings related to snowmobiling occur after dark and consumption of alcohol and/or drugs continues to be a contributing factor in snowmobiling-related drownings. 

Ottawa Police reminds everyone to remain vigilant when outside near area waterways as we expect increased temperatures this week. 

Watch a previously aired segment from CTV Ottawa (2018) for more information. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Wednesday, February 20 2019          10:30 a.m. 

(Ottawa) –The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is pleased to announce a new 1-800 line to offer support and help for those trapped in the abusive cycle of human trafficking. 

The new toll-free number, 1-800-292-1168, connects directly with the OPS Human Trafficking Unit (HTU), where victims can get the help they need to get out of their situation, no matter where they are in Canada. Sex trade trafficking victims are often rotated from city to city, along the Montreal to Toronto corridor. Sometimes they are even transported across the border, into the United States. 

“I’m not sure most residents of Ottawa are aware at how prevalent human trafficking is here. On any given day, there is at least one sex trade worker in every single hotel across the city,” said HTU Sergeant Damien Laflamme. “We are working closely with hotels and entertainment groups in the city to train frontline personnel on how to recognize signs of human trafficking and what they can do if they see it. But we also wanted to provide a way for victims or people with information to contact us, no matter where they are in Canada. We are here to help you.” 

The OPS will be joining other city-wide agencies on February 22 for Human Trafficking Awareness Day at City Hall, from 8:30 to 11:45 a.m.

“This event is the culmination of a cooperative effort with our frontline partners to ensure that we are actively working towards providing the much-needed supports for victims of human trafficking,” said Deputy Chief Uday Jaswal. “As a police service, it is important that we approach this as a community and develop solutions, together.” 

Durham Regional Victim Service Executive Director, Carly Kalish, will be the keynote speaker at the event hosted by Ottawa Victim Services and sponsored by Crime Prevention Ottawa, and will discuss her stages of change approach to supporting survivors. 

If you would like to attend the Human Trafficking Awareness Day discussion, you can register at htawareness2019.eventbrite.ca. 

On the same day, the Anti-Violence & Coercion Taskforce for Indigenous Organizations & Networks (ACTION) is hosting an Event in support of Indigenous Human Trafficking Awareness. This event is sponsored by Tungasuvvingat Inuit and Minwaashin Lodge. You can register and/or donate to the event: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/indigenous-human-trafficking-awareness-day-event-tickets-55186389978. For more details regarding the event please email ep-mgr@tungasuvvingatinuit.ca.

If you would like to learn more information about human trafficking, including recognizing the signs of trafficking in others, please visit ottawapolice.ca/HTU. 

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CONTACT:

Sergeant Damien Laflamme

Human Trafficking Unit                 

Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5449

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, February 21, 2019  1:45pm 

(Ottawa)— The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is currently accepting applications from local registered charities interested in becoming the next charity of choice for the 2019 OPS Gala taking place November 9, 2019, at the Shaw Centre. 

The selected charity(ies) will be designated as the recipient(s) of a percentage of the proceeds from the event. 

Interested applicants must complete and submit a Charitable Application Form by March 14, 2019, which you can access on the OPS web-site. 

Now in its tenth year, the Ottawa Police Service Gala provides funds for important causes in the community, while bringing the Service together with the people it serves. In past years, the Gala has helped support Project S.T.E.P, the Ottawa Mission, the Youth Services Bureau, Christie Lake Kids, the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa, the Ottawa Food Bank, the Caring and Sharing Exchange and most recently, the OSEG Foundation and the GCTC. 

Last year’s Gala raised $98,795 and $995,000 in total to date. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Thursday, February 21, 2019                        2:35pm

(Ottawa) – In order to better meet the needs of city residents, the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is opening its Police Reporting Unit (PRU) an hour earlier, at 7 a.m.

Effective February 25, 2019, the PRU will be open to take calls from 7 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week. 

To learn how you can file a report online, please visit ottawapolice.ca/onlinereporting. 

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Press Release – Community Leadership of the Community Equity Council 

The Ottawa Police Service’s Community Equity Council wants to acknowledge the new Leadership members from the Community. At the January 2019 meeting, Rawlson King was elected Community Co-Chair of the Community Equity Council and Sahada Alolo, elected Community Vice-Chair. 

Rawlson has decided to run in the Ottawa by-election for councillor in the Rideau-Rockliffe Ward 13. During that time, Sahada Alolo will be Acting Community Co-Chair and Gérard Étienne, will step into the role of Acting Community Vice-Chair. These leadership members join Deputy Chief Steve Bell as the Ottawa Police Services  Chair and Staff Sergeant Ian Hayes, OPS Vice Chair. 

Below is a little more information about each of our three community members that have assumed leadership positions in the Community Equity Council. 

Sahada Alolo  (Acting Community Co-Chair)

Ms. Alolo is Community Engagement Manager with the Multi-faith Housing Initiative, working with different faith communities to promote affordable housing.  She is also the Joint Secretary of the Ottawa Muslim Women’s Organization, which organizes an annual Friendship Dinner where diverse communities celebrate Canada’s diverse cultures while raising funds for charity.  She is also involved with the Muslim Coordinating Council, which works with over forty member groups to promote human rights, dignity, justice and equality, and with Christian/Muslim Dialogue, where members learn about each other’s traditions.   

Rawlson King (Community Co-Chair, on leave of absence)

Mr. King is President of the Overbrook Community Association, where he has been working to advance a proactive and reactive crime prevention strategy, promoting social inclusion, and providing greater opportunities for youth. Rawlson is also Treasurer of Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre, which has collaborated with Overbrook Community Association on an at-risk youth strategy. Currently he is Communications Director at Continental Automated Buildings Association, and brings skills in strategic communications and marketing. 

Gérard Étienne (Acting Community Vice Co-Chair)

A long standing leader in the Haitian Community, Mr. Étienne is Associate Vice President of Learning with the Institute on Governance and has a long career of increasing managerial responsibility in the federal public service, including the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, and in the private sector, including the TD Bank Financial Group. Gérard brings skills in cross-sector collaboration. He is also connected to Pro-Active Education for All Children’s Enrichment. 

To contact the Community Equity Council please direct your inquiry to CEC@Ottawapolice.ca. 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, February 22, 2019       11:28am  

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service is investigating a break and enter and is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects responsible. 

On February 8, 2019 at 7:43pm, two suspects broke into a mail box inside an apartment building on Morisset Avenue, Ottawa.  

The suspects are described as follows:

#1- White male in his 20’s, wearing light blue jeans, dark jacket with a logo in the front with a white hoodie underneath.

#2- White female in her 20’s, wearing dark pants with a pink/white jacket.

See attached photos 

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Ottawa Police Break & Enter Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 2655. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, February 22, 2019                   12:42pm

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit is seeking public assistance to identify the suspects responsible for a recent home invasion in the city’s south end on February 14.

The incident occurred at about 10:15 pm in the 3500 block of Downpatrick Road when three male suspects forced their way into an apartment.

One suspect assaulted a female in the residence. A second occupant intervened, at which point another suspect pointed a firearm at both victims. The suspects were last seen leaving in a black or dark-coloured sedan.

The first suspect is described as a middle eastern male, 5’9” (175cm), 190 lb (86kg). He was wearing a black hoodie with white strings, a black jacket, blue jeans, black shoes, and possibly prescription glasses.

The second suspect is described as a black male with short dark brown curly hair, 19 to 20 years old, 5’7” (170cm). He was wearing a green jacket, black and white checkered scarf covering his head and shoulders, red shirt or sweater with a blue logo on the front, black shoes with a shiny metal on the shoelaces. 

The third suspect is described as a black male, 19 to 20 years old; 6’0” (183cm), with a medium build. He had straggly facial hair around the chin and mouth. He was wearing a green parka, grey pants, black shoes and was carrying a blue bag in his right hand. He also appeared to be wearing white or grey gloves, and black toque. At the time of the incident, he had bloodshot eyes and had a scarf covering half of his face (see attached pictures.)

Anyone with information regarding this robbery, or any other robbery, is asked to call the Ottawa Police Robbery Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5116. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app.

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