FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, June 26, 2017, 2:50pm
(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Major Crime Unit confirm the identity of the victim from this morning’s shooting on Rideau Street at 1:00am, June 26, 2017.
Ashton Dickson, 25 of Ottawa, succumbed to his injuries on scene. Investigation continues.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call the Ottawa Police's Major Crime Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5493. 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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CONTACT:
Media Relations Section
Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5366
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday June 26, 2017, 3:20am
Homicide Investigation on Rideau Street
(Ottawa) - The Ottawa Police Major Crime Unit is investigating a homicide that took place in the area of Rideau Street and Augusta Street on Monday, June 26, 2017 at approximately 1:00 am.
Patrol officers responded to a report of a shooting in the area and located an injured adult male. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. Rideau Street remains closed between Chapel Street and Augusta Street for the police investigation.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call Ottawa Police's Major Crime Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5493. 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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CONTACT:
Major Crime
Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5493
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