FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, November 17, 2015 1:20pm
(Ottawa)—The Ottawa Police Service Guns and Gangs Unit is now confirming an open investigation from an alleged shooting investigation from November 16th, 2015.
On November 16th, at approximately 11:00 pm, patrol officers attended the Rothbury Crest and Provender Avenue area in relation to possible gunshots. No victims and no suspects were located on scene. There was also no evidence found at the time.
The investigation now confirms through evidence that a shooting did take place. Shell casings have been located.
Guns and Gangs continue the investigation, and are seeking witnesses.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call Ottawa Police's Guns and Gangs Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5050. 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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Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5366