FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, November 27, 2018 2:20pm
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Arson Unit laid charges of Arson in relation to the Carling Avenue fire investigation.
Steven HANSSEN, 28 year old of Ottawa, is charged with:
- Arson endanger life x1
- Arson damage to property x1
- Breaching his court release conditions x2
HANSSEN is scheduled to appear in show cause court this afternoon.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, November 27, 2018 8:44am
Arson investigation at the 2500 block of Carling Avenue
(Ottawa) – Frontline officers, Ottawa Fire and Paramedics attended the 2500 block of Carling Avenue at approximately 00:20am for a working fire. A few people were treated on scene by paramedics, and some were transported to hospital for minor injuries.
One male was arrested on scene for further investigation. No charges have been laid at this time.
The investigation continues by the Arson Unit.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call Ottawa Police Service Arson Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5190. 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