Ottawa police investigating shots fired in Overbrook

Ottawa Police cruiser.

By CityNews Ottawa staff

Posted Sep 24, 2023 08:58:29 PM.

Last Updated Sep 24, 2023 08:58:59 PM.

The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is investigating reports of shots fired in the Overbrook area late on Saturday Sept. 23.

The OPS said officers responded to reports of shots fired at 10:40 p.m Saturday evening in the 100 block of Presland Road.

Police said shell casings were located at the scene.

The OPS Guns and Gangs Unit is investigating.

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