Police investigating hit-and-run collision in Orléans after one officer injured
Posted Oct 15, 2022 12:10:00 PM.
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) are investigating a hit-and-run collision in the city's east end after one officer was injured.
Police tweeted on Friday, Oct. 14, that the collision occurred at a traffic stop in Orléans. The driver fled around 7:10 p.m. and one officer suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
@ottawapolice investigating a hit and run collision that left one officer with non-life threatening injuries. The driver fled during a traffic stop @ 7:10 p.m. injuring the officer. Police are searching for the vehicle and the investigation is ongoing.
— OPS Operations (@DutyInspector) October 15, 2022
Police said Brian Coburn Blvd. between Tenth Line and Strasbourg is closed, as police continue to search for the vehicle.
There is no risk to public safety but residents are advised to avoid the area. The investigation remains ongoing.
Road closure on Brian Coburn Blvd between Tenth Line and Strasbourg in Orleans. This is due to a police operation. There is no risk to public safety, however we ask that you please avoid the area #otttraffic @OttawaPolice
— OPS Operations (@DutyInspector) October 15, 2022
