FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, February 14, 2018 4:24pm
(Ottawa) – East Criminal investigators have charged one person in relation to the October 2, 2017 shooting at the Billings Bridge mall.
Houssine ALI, 21 years old, from Ottawa was charged with Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Firearm knowing its Possession is Unauthorized, Careless Use of a Firearm and Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose.
He is scheduled to appear in court on February 14, 2018.
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CONTACT:
East Criminal Investigations
Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 3566
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, October 3, 2017 2:56am
Shooting occurrence at Billings Bridge Mall
(Ottawa)— The Ottawa Police Service is currently investigating a shooting occurrence that occurred at the Billings Bridge Mall located at 2269 Bank St, in the city of Ottawa.
On October 2, 2017, at approximately 1535hrs, the Ottawa Police Service responded to a shots fired occurrence at the Billings Bridge Mall. Upon arrival it was determined that an altercation ensued involving several males. It was learned that during the altercation, a firearm was discharged. The involved males fled the scene prior to police arrival.
Two males believed to be involved in the altercation showed up at a local area hospital with non life threatening injuries.
The East Criminal Investigations unit is actively investigating the occurrence.
If you have information that could assist investigators, please contact the Ottawa Police Service – East Criminal Investigation Unit at 613-236-1222 x 3566.
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CONTACT:
East Criminal Investigations
Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 3566