Police say no threat to public safety after gunshots heard in Glebe

Ottawa Police Services (OPS) car with lights on in undated photo. (OPS | X).

By Rachel Morgan

Posted Jan 1, 2025 11:15:11 AM.

Last Updated Jan 1, 2025 11:15:17 AM.

Ottawa Police Service is investigating after several reports were received about gunshots in the area of Percy St. and Clemow Ave. in the Glebe.

Police arrived at the area around 8:30 a.m. on Dec. 31 and cordoned off the area.

No victims have been identified nor have any attended Ottawa-area hospitals and the streets have since reopened.

Police are advising anyone who knows of someone injured to call 9-1-1.

Police are assuring the community there is no known threat to public safety.

If anyone has information about the incident they are asked to contact the Guns and Gangs Unit a 613-236-1222 extension 5050. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers.

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