Ottawa Police News

Serious crash west of Perth sends one to hospital

Road blocks are set up on Bennett Lake Road near Old Burke Road as police continue to investigate.

Mar 22, 2021 4:19 PM Read more >

Alcohol deemed a factor in Pembroke crash causing inline skater life-altering injuries

Police say the skater had to be extricated from the vehicle after flying through its windshield.

Mar 22, 2021 3:52 PM Read more >

Child pornography charges laid against man in east Ottawa

A police investigation started back in October of 2020.

Mar 22, 2021 3:27 PM Read more >

Ottawa police seize handgun during impaired driving traffic stop on Hazeldean Road

The .22 calibre handgun is the 17th gun seized in Ottawa this year.

Mar 22, 2021 10:03 AM Read more >

No injuries following shooting in Ottawa's west end

Police say they were called to Richmond Road around 7 p.m., Sunday.

Mar 22, 2021 7:05 AM Read more >

Ottawa police investigating homophobic and derogatory graffiti outside Mayor Watson's home

A neighbour noticed the graffiti and informed police of the situation.

Mar 22, 2021 6:33 AM Read more >

FOUND: Police looking for 72-year-old man last seen in Vanier

He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a black mask.

Mar 21, 2021 4:27 PM Read more >

One man dead, another seriously injured in single vehicle crash in Chelsea

The crash happened Saturday night near 195 chemin de la Montagne.

Mar 21, 2021 1:50 PM Read more >

Ottawa police look for missing man in 30s last seen near Tunney's Pasture

Police are looking for Brandon Benford — and there are concerns for his wellbeing.

Mar 21, 2021 8:47 AM Read more >

Last year's incident involving bylaw officer punching man forces Ottawa police to revise its diversion program

“While the OPS has used pre-diversion over the years, it is something that needs to be fully examined and expanded upon to help us effectively resolve some criminal matters and re-divert people who qualify away from the criminal justice system."

Mar 20, 2021 2:46 PM Read more >