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Male Deceased after Shooting in Oshawa A double shooting left one dead and the suspect with life-threatening injuries in Oshawa on Sunday morning. On Sunday, N...ovember 29, 2020, at approximately 10:30 a.m. members of Central East Division responded to a residential apartment on Simcoe Street near Athol Street in Oshawa for a shooting. Police arrived to find a 27-year-old male without vital signs in an apartment unit. The victim was taken to a local hospital but later died in hospital. The suspect was located at the scene also suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to a Toronto-area trauma hospital where he remains in stable condition. Air1 assisted in searching the rooftops of the scene and a firearm was recovered at the scene. Noah RENISON, age 35, is charged with First Degree Murder. He was held for a bail hearing. This is believed to be an isolated incident and there are no ongoing community safety concerns. The deceased is identified as Justin BLIGHT, age 27. This is the eighth homicide in Durham Region for 2020. Anyone with new information is asked to contact Det. Alves of Major Crimes Homicide Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5407. Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward. -30-

''The technology isn't there yet'', something we often heard when discussing this idea of a viable License Plate Recognition system that works from your Smart Phone and has the ability to be quick and effective in the field. Since the start of the pandemic, our team has been hard at work and we are proud to announce that we successfully created a practical LPR app that not only integrates seamlessly with our Parking Management Software (Smart Parking Apps) but that can also API with your existing solution Perfect for Security Companies, Parking Enforcement, Law Enforcement and more.

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An exciting day as we test our new License Plate Recognition system in the field. For over a year now we have been using an in-house LPR to help our parking enforcement and to facilitate tasks such as taking inventory of large parking lots, commercial spaces and apartment/condo buildings & HOAs. Our team has been hard at work during Covid-19 to reduce the amount of hardware required, to improve readings at high/low speed, day/night and to give us an end result that saves us time and effort. Our philosophy was to keep our system as portable as possible with an installation time of less than 15 minutes that can be unmounted and remounted without issues. In our year of usage, we have been able to increase our ticket count by over 40% and reduce the time it takes to conduct these scans by over 70%. Musci Credits: Bensound.com

Lest we Forget.

NRT officers in the ByWard Market spotted a high-end bicycle that was stolen from a residential break and enter earlier this month. Officers were happy to reuni...te the bicycle with its rightful owner! A man was arrested and charged with possession of stolen property. We encourage everyone to register their bike with 529 Garage. ottawapolice.ca/endbiketheft ~ Des agents NRT ont repéré au Marché By un vélo haut de gamme qui avait été volé lors d'un cambriolage dans une résidence plus tôt ce mois-ci. Les agents se firent un plaisir de rendre le vélo à son légitime propriétaire! Un homme fut arrêté et inculpé de recel. Nous encourageons les cyclistes à enregistrer leur vélo sur 529 Garage. ottawapolice.ca/FinDuVol See more

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Lest we Forget.

UPDATE - LOCATED - MISSING PERSON - 29 year old Stephanie Allan UPDATE - Stephanie Allan has been located in good health. We would like to thank everyone for y...our assistance with this matter. ORIGINAL We are requesting the Public's assistance to locate 29 year old Stephanie Allan. Stephanie was last seen on October 4, 2020 in Levack. Stephanie was last seen wearing a sweater, black jeans and white Adidas sneakers, carrying a leopard print purse. Stephanie is described as being 5'3" tall, weighing around 110 lbs., with blonde shoulder length hair and hazel eyes. Anyone with information related to Stephanie's whereabouts is asked to call us at 705-675-9171.

Driving while suspended in Ontario can result in vehicle impoundment, regardless of what you drive. The 26-year-old male driver of this vehicle in Orillia was charged and the car was (carefully) towed. #OrilliaOPP

Donald Street shooting investigation: seeking witnesses bit.ly/3dImQHK ____ Enquête sur une fusillade, rue Donald: on recherche des témoins bit.ly/2T9FKOo

Home Invasion in Oshawa Investigators are looking for a lone suspect who entered a home, stabbed and assaulted a male in his bedroom. On Wednesday, September 2...3, 2020, at approximately 10:30 p.m., members of Central East Division responded to a home on Buena Vista Avenue in Oshawa after a male had been stabbed and beaten. The suspect entered the home and made his way to the victims bedroom and stabbed him and assaulted him. The suspect then fled on foot. The victim was taken to a local hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries. Police searched the area with negative results. The suspect is described as male, black with a thin build. This was not a random attack. Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact D/Cst. Wright of the Central East Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1738. Anonymous tips can be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or on the website at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters are eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000. -30- bit.ly/365gmkM

Driving while suspended in Ontario can result in vehicle impoundment, regardless of what you drive. The 26-year-old male driver of this vehicle in Orillia was charged and the car was (carefully) towed. #OrilliaOPP

Several "honks" heard from passing motorists after Northumberland OPP stopped this 20-year-old driver from Peterborough for travelling 174km/h on Hwy 401 in Bri...ghton. Speeding is a behaviour that continues to put all motorists at risk of injury and death on our highways. Please slow down. Help keep our highways safe. Report dangerous drivers to OPP at 1-888-310-1122. #NthldOPP

Suspect Arrested by K-9 After Fleeing from Police A male suspect was apprehended by the K-9 Unit after he fled from police on Sunday night in Oshawa. On Sunda...y, September 21, 2020, at approximately 10:00 p.m., members of Central East Division were called to the area of Simcoe Street and Rossland Road for an armed person call. Officers received information that there was a male on foot armed with a gun in that area. Police quickly responded and a member of the K-9 Unit located the suspect. The suspect fled on foot but was quickly caught by Police Service Dog Six. The suspect suffered minor injuries from a dog bite and was taken to a local hospital for treatment. Police found a starters pistol and approximately $2,000 worth of cannabis. An 18-year-old of No Fixed Address, was charged with: Possession of Cannabis for the Purpose of Selling and Fail to Comply. He was held for a bail hearing. Anyone with new information is asked to contact Cst. Reid of Central East Division at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5100. Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward. -30-

UPDATE - Shot Fired in Oshawa Investigators have arrested a 28-year-old male and seized a rifle after concluding this shooting investigation from May. On July 2...2, 2020, investigators from Central East Division executed a search warrant at a residential address in Oshawa and seized a Winchester rifle related to this investigation. On Friday, October 16, 2020, the suspect was located by police in a vehicle in Oshawa. The suspect fled on foot and was arrested shortly after. The accused is known to the occupants of the residence and it appears to be an isolated incident. A 28-year-old male of No Fixed Address faces 15 criminal charges including: Possession of a Weapon Obtained by Crime; Carry Concealed Weapon; Careless Use of a Firearm and Possess Weapon for Committing an Offence. He was held for a bail hearing. Anyone with new information about this investigation is asked to contact Det. Woolley of the Central East Division Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2732. Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward. -30- ORIGINAL MEDIA RELEASE SENT ON MAY 27, 2020 Shot Fired in Oshawa

The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) needs your help in identifying the following individuals for various offences. If you have information that will help police sol...ve a crime, please call Ottawa Police at 613-236-1222 or leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). This is not a complete list. ~ Le Service de police d’Ottawa (SPO) a besoin de votre aide pour identifier les individus suivants, recherchés pour diverses infractions. Si vous avez des renseignements susceptibles d’aider la police à résoudre un crime, veuillez communiquer avec la Police d’Ottawa en composant le 613-236-1222 ou laissez un tuyau anonyme auprès d’Échec au crime au 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Ce n'est pas une liste complète. See more

Air-1 Helps to Nab Fleeing Suspects A 45-minute pursuit of suspects driving a vehicle ended with the help of Air-1. On Friday, September 18, 2020, at 11:30 p.m...., an officer from Central East Division attempted to pullover a black pickup truck on Tennyson Avenue in Oshawa. The vehicle did not pull over and a pursuit ensued. The vehicle was seen driving dangerously at high speeds. Due to safety concerns, the pursuit was called off on the ground. However, the DRPS helicopter, Air-1, kept an eye on the suspect vehicle from the skies. The Air-1 team followed the vehicle for 45 minutes into north Durham. Officers strategically placed a tire deflation device on Lakeridge Road North near Myrtle Road West and were able to stop the vehicle. Two men were placed under arrest. A search of the vehicle located brass knuckles and a Conducted Energy Weapon. A 39-year-old of Elliott Street in Clarington, is charged with: Fail to Stop While Being Pursued; Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance; Operate Conveyance while Prohibited x8; Possess Weapons Dangerous x2; Possess Prohibited Weapon x2 and Fail to Comply with Probation Order x2. A 29-year-old of NFA, is charged with Possess Weapons Dangerous x2; Possess Prohibited Weapon x2; and Fail to Comply with Release Order. Anyone with new information about this investigation is asked to contact Cst. Collins of Central East Division at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 3765. Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward. -30-

Investigators with the York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau have charged a 20-year-old man after he stole a vehicle from Vaughan, end...ing up in a collision in Brampton before fleeing the scene on foot. On Wednesday, September 16, 2020, shortly after 4:30 p.m., York Regional Police responded to a report of a vehicle that had been stolen from the driveway of a residence located in the area of Rutherford Road and Simons Avenue. The York Regional Police helicopter Air2 was first on scene and located the stolen vehicle driving on Rutherford Road. Officers in the helicopter followed the stolen vehicle and a uniform patrol car attempted to stop the vehicle, which fled at a high rate of speed. The patrol officer did not pursue out of concern for the safety of other motorists, however the stolen vehicle continued to be followed by Air2. The vehicle drove into the Region of Peel where it was observed travelling at high rates of speed, driving through red lights and stop signs, as well as driving over curbs and sidewalks. The stolen vehicle eventually collided with another car in the intersection of Bovaird Drive West and Great Lakes in the City of Brampton. The driver of that vehicle was taken to hospital for treatment of minor injuries. The suspect exited the stolen vehicle and fled on foot. He was observed attempting to carjack numerous vehicles, but was unsuccessful. With the assistance of officers from Peel Regional Police, the suspect was placed under arrest inside of a nearby pharmacy a short time later. Charged: Subeethan UTHAYAKUMAR, 20, City of Brampton Charges: Theft Over $5,000 Robbery Failure to Stop at the Scene of a Collision Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle Operation While Prohibited Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext.7441, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-tips, or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com.

New signs are out! Smart Parking is officially taking the place of its predecessor in Ottawa!

OPP officer leaps onto moving truck, a bank robbery investigation, a crash with a horse and buggy and other stories from today.

Fraud charges in relation to Ottawa-based Snow Removal Companies / owners bit.ly/3kdcyBJ ____ Accusations de fraude portées contre des entreprises de déneigement basées à Ottawa et leurs propriétaires bit.ly/35BLhEL

Couple Arrested for Lotto Fraud A husband and wife are facing numerous charges after they aided in a lottery fraud scheme targeting elderly victims across Canad...a. The victims received a telephone call where the caller claimed they had won cash and a vehicle in the Publishers Clearing House Sweepstakes. The victims were instructed to send money to the couple before the winnings could be released. Eleven victims across Canada have been identified at this point. Following an investigation that began in the winter of 2020, DRPS executed a search warrant at a home in Courtice last week. The investigation has determined the suspects have been actively participating in the scheme since early 2018. Investigators want to ensure there are no other victims. In Canada, it is illegal for a lottery organization to charge a fee before the prize can be claimed. Lottery winnings in Canada are tax free; lottery winnings in the U.S.A. are taxed. Generally, you must be a resident of the province/state to which the lottery is registered in order to claim winnings i.e. a resident of Ontario cannot claim a lottery based in another province or U.S.A. state unless that lottery is licensed in the Province of Ontario. Learn more at this link - https://bit.ly/35Cf6oN John PERK, age 78, and Pharolyn PERK, age 75, both of Tooley Road in Courtice, are charged with: Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offense; Participation/Contributing to a Criminal Organization; Fraud Over $5,000 x2; Fraud Under $5,000 x3; Possession of Proceeds of Crime Over $5,000; and Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under $5,000. John PERK is additionally charged with Fraud Over $5,000 x2 and Utter Forged Document x2. They were released on an Undertaking. Anyone with new information about this investigation is asked to contact D/Cst. Franssen of the Major Crime Fraud Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5356. Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward. -30-

Single Motor Vehicle Collision. This morning at 7:23am, Aylmer Police, Fire, and EMS all responded to Talbot St W at Holland Ave, for a report of vehicle stri...king a hydro pole. On arrival police located this 2013 Dodge Ram on its roof in the front yard of a residence. The lone male driver, a 23 yr old male from Springfield managed to get out of the truck and walk to the awaiing ambulance with minor injuries. The male was transported to hospital and later released. Witnesses' reported the vehicle was travelling east on Talbot St,W, mounted the curb and the guide wire to the hydro pole acted as a ramp to project and flip the vehicle onto its roof. The driver was charged with Careless Driving and minor damage was sustained to the hydro pole.

Shots Fired at a Home in Oshawa Police are investigating shots being fired at an Oshawa house early this morning. On Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at approxi...mately 1:20 a.m., members of East Division were called to a residence in the area of Ritson Road North and Coldstream Drive in Oshawa. Officers responded to the area and were able to confirm that multiple shots were fired after finding damage to a home nearby. One of the bullets narrowly struck an occupant of the home with the bullet travelling through the beds headboard and lodged in the wall. There was also damage to a second home in that vicinity. There have been no reported injuries to the occupants of the home. Police searched the area with negative results. There are no suspect descriptors at this time, but a dark small vehicle which was seen in the area during the time of the incident. Investigators are looking for the publics help with any information regarding this shooting. If you have surveillance video in this area, please contact our investigators. Anyone with new information about this investigation is asked to contact Det. Allbon of the East Division Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1641. Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward. -30-

As we continued our trip through Ontario, we stopped in North Bay Ontario to check out a well-known shopping mall in Northern Ontario Needless to say Covid is causing incredible changes around us...

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Policing - Ive been in Canada three days. Day 1 my nephews pitbull dog ran out the door and I wound up having to chase him. While running after him a polic...e in a cruiser spotted me and he began to drive towards me. In my mind being from NY and seeing a white officer approaching me I was like whats going to happen. He pulled up beside me and asked Is your dog friendly? I said yes? He pulled out rice crispy square from his lunch the dog went towards him and he put the dog in the backseat and drove me and the pitbull home. Day 3 - I was walking with my two kids and 5 nephews to play football. All young black boys ranging from ages 10-29. My oldest nephew saw the police passing towards us In a cruiser and they caught eyes. The cop instantly stopped and reversed and came towards us. Ill let the video I recorded tell the rest of the story....

Nous sommes à la recherche de M. Jean-Louis Desrosiers, 79 ans, disparu depuis mardi. Nous avons des raisons de craindre pour sa santé et sa sécurité. Il pour...rait se trouver à bord de sa voiture, un Hyundai Elantra 2009 de couleur gris foncé, immatriculée Y54 KPQ ( Qc). Dernière fois vu : Dans le district du Carrefour-de-l'Hôpital à Gatineau Voir la photo ci-bas pour une description physique de M.Desrosiers ainsi qu'une image d'un véhicule similaire à celui du disparu Auriez-vous aperçu M. Desrosiers ? Si oui, téléphonez-nous au 819-243-4636, option 5. Communiqué https://loom.ly/xenvZrw

Suspects Wanted after Shooting Paintballs at Citizens Police are looking for several suspects who were shooting paintballs from a vehicle at citizens in Ajax on... Wednesday afternoon. On Wednesday, September 9, 2020, at approximately 3:25 p.m., members of West Division responded to a park near Carruthers Creek Public School in Ajax for reports of a suspect shooting a paintball gun from a vehicle while children played in the park. There were no reported injuries. Officers received another call within the hour where a paintball gun was also used on Talbotshire Street. A third call came in on Rollo Drive after a 60-year-old male was struck by one of several paintballs while he was working in his garden. The suspects fled in a gold-coloured vehicle. The victim suffered some bruising from being hit. Police are looking for possibly three suspects operating a gold, four-door sedan. The rear passenger, who was armed with a paintball gun, is described as a male with a tanned complexion. Anyone with new information is asked to contact Cst.Lang of West Division at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2521. Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward. -30-

This week marks the one year anniversary of the fatal hit-and-run collision that took the life of 36 year old Ahshellla Huxtable on September 7th, 2019 just bef...ore 4 pm at the intersection of Vanier Parkway and Montreal Road. The Ottawa Police Service Collision Investigation Unit is making a public appeal for more tips. The red Nissan Altima involved in the collision was located last September (pictured); however the driver has yet to be identified. Id like to say thank-you to those individuals in Ottawa who knew Ahshellla and were touched by her life, said Ahshelllas father, Wayne Potts. I want to say Chi-Meegwetch! - a Big Thank you in Ojibway - for sharing your memories of her with myself and other family members. If there is anyone out there that has any information to help us solve the mystery of who was driving the vehicle involved in my daughters loss of life, please contact the authorities in Ottawa. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Ottawa Police Service Collision Investigation Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 2481. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca. bit.ly/3h8EeWw ____ Cette semaine sera le premier anniversaire de la collision mortelle avec délit de fuite qui enleva la vie à Ahshellla Huxtable, à lâge de 36 ans, le 7 septembre 2019 juste avant 16 h, à lintersection de la promenade Vanier et du chemin Montréal. LUnité des enquêtes sur les collisions de la Police dOttawa en appelle au public pour obtenir dautres tuyaux. La Nissan Altima rouge impliquée dans la collision fut retrouvée en septembre dernier (voir la photo ci-jointe); cependant, on na pas encore pu en identifier le conducteur. Je tiens à remercier les gens qui connaissaient Ahshellla à Ottawa et qui furent touchés par sa vie a déclaré le père dAhshellla, Wayne Potts. Je veux leur dire: Chi-Meegwetch! - en ojibwé, un gros merci - pour avoir partagé vos souvenirs delle avec moi et les autres membres de la famille. Sil y quelque part quelquun ayant la moindre information qui nous aiderait à résoudre le mystère de qui se trouvait au volant du véhicule qui enleva la vie de ma fille, nous vous prions de communiquer avec les autorités à Ottawa. Toute personne ayant des renseignements relatifs à cette affaire est priée de communiquer avec lUnité des enquêtes sur les collisions de la Police dOttawa en faisant le 613-236-1222, poste 2481. Vous pouvez fournir anonymement des renseignements par la voie dÉchec au crime en composant sans frais le 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), ou au crimestoppers.ca.

Investigators need your help in locating a suspect wanted for breaking into a home in #Whitby & using stolen credit cards at various businesses. Visit the Help Solve a Crime area of our website https://bit.ly/33bNrIn to see if you can assist in identify outstanding suspects.

As world travel is currently limited, we decided to take an adventure in our very own province: Ontario. This first of many episodes was shot as part of a cycling day in our beautiful nation's capital - Ottawa, ON. With Cynthia Bolduc Croisières Outaouais / Ottawa Boat Cruise Fairmont Château Laurier... @Parliament Hill See more

Hate is a crime. If youre affected, were here to help. Report it online at ottawapolice.ca/report or call 613-236-1222. TTY: 613-760-8100... For emergencies, always call 911. ----- Un crime haineux est un délit. Si vous en êtes victime, nous sommes là pour vous aider. Déposez un rapport au ottawapolice.ca/rapport ou composez le 613-236-1222. ATS : 613-760-8100 Pour toutes urgences, composez le 911.

Update Missing 12 year old youth located safe https://t.co/t3ug0ZURJ ____ Un jeune âgé de 12 ans retrouvé sain et sauf https://t.co/GCGiQZSgrx

Okay you win this time...

Taking advantage of the nice breeze under the sun to give our fleet a good shine How is your day going?

From Bill Nye to Butch and Jet to Gunner, let's paws during #NationalDogDay to recognize our Signal 88 family pups who are always here for us just like we're here for our clients. #werehere #mustlovedogs

Good morning @townofinnisfil @TownofBWG! Mainly cloudy. High 23. Humidex 25. Happy #NationalDogDay! Shout out to #K9 Nitro, all his working dog partners and our faithful companions that make us smile every day - like this guy Jax! Tell us why you love your fur babies! #DogDay #welovedogs

Un petit coucou de Gunner, chien de travail de notre unite canine, en cette journée mondiale du chien! Bon mercredi! #InternationalDogDay

The Timmins Police Service is currently investigating a robbery that occurred at Algonquin Blvd convenience store in Timmins earlier this week. On Tuesday, Au...gust 25th, a report of an early morning robbery that had just occurred was received by means of 9-1-1 at the Timmins Police station. The robbery occurred at an Algonquin Blvd West convenience store where a male suspect, with a mask covering his face, had entered the store and demanded cigarettes from the store clerk. The suspect brandished a weapon that was tucked into his waistband. The Timmins Police Service Criminal Investigations Division has carriage of the investigation and is actively reviewing video footage of the incident in an attempt to identify and locate the suspect. The suspect is described as a heavy-set Caucasian male wearing a sweater that is white on top, black on the bottom, with a horizontal grey swipe in the middle. The suspect was also wearing black shorts, and a black face mask. The suspect fled the scene on foot after retrieving four cartons of cigarettes from the store. The suspect was seen leaving heading westbound and around the back of the store. Anyone with viable information is asked to forward their information to the Timmins Police Service at 705-264-1201 or anonymously by means of the Crime Stopper tip line at 1-800-222-8477 or via the internet at www.p3tips.com See more

Missing Person Last Seen in Oshawa August 25, 2020: Officers are trying to locate a missing, vulnerable male who was last seen in Oshawa three weeks ago. Jose...ph SMITH, age 28, of No Fixed Address, was last seen at an Oshawa shelter on August 4, 2020. He has gone missing before, but generally not for this length of time. He is described as a male, white, 59 tall, weighing about 160 lbs. with a slender build. He has a tattoo of a rose on his right forearm. A photo is attached. If you know the whereabouts of SMITH, please contact your local police service. In Durham Region, please call the DRPS at 1-888-579-1520.

SUSPECT SOUGHT FOLLOWING BANK ROBBERY IN NEWMARKET Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit are releasing images of a suspect and seeking assis...tance to identify him following a bank robbery in the Town of Newmarket. On Tuesday, August 25, 2020, at 4:19 p.m., York Regional Police were called to a bank located at 130 Davis Drive for a report of a robbery. When officers arrived, they found no one was physically injured. The investigation has revealed that a man walked into the bank and made a demand for cash. The employee complied and the man left the bank on foot. There was no weapon seen. Investigators are releasing images of the suspect and are seeking any information that will assist with identifying him. Suspect Description: Male, white 25 to 35 years Wearing dark clothing, a baseball cap, medical mask, large glasses Investigators from the Hold-Up Unit remind business owners of the importance of maintaining and updating video surveillance equipment. Quality images help to identify suspects, can aid in arrests and have a tremendous impact during court proceedings. Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6630, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com.

The Guns and Gangs Unit continues to investigate two shootings that occurred this weekend. Frontline Officers responded to a shooting in the 700 block of Heron... Road (Vincent Massey Park) on Saturday August 22nd. At approximately 9:00pm, three people were sitting in a parked vehicle when a bullet went through their vehicle. Debris from the shooting caused minor injuries to one person. A second shooting occurred yesterday, August 23rd, at approximately 5:50pm in the 100 block of Knoxdale Road. A vehicle pulled up beside a parked vehicle and shot at the parked vehicle. A 27 year old man suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital. Anyone with information regarding either of these incidents is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Guns and Gangs Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5050. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca. ___ La version française suivra sous peu à ottawapolice.ca

UPDATE The Homicide Unit continues to investigate a suspicious death incident that occurred on Strandherd Road on Sunday, August 23rd. A man was found deceased... in the 3700 block of Strandherd Road. After interviewing multiple witnesses, a toxicology test has been requested to determine if the death of the man is a result of an overdose. The results of the test are expected to take several months to complete. ____ LUnité des homicides du Service de police dOttawa poursuit son enquête sur une mort suspecte survenue le dimanche 23 août sur le chemin Strandherd. Un homme fut trouvé mort dans le pâté de maisons des 3700 du chemin Strandherd. Plusieurs témoins ayant été questionnés, une analyse toxicologique fut demandée afin détablir si la mort en question aurait été causée par une surdose. Un délai de plusieurs mois est à prévoir avant que lon obtienne les résultats de lanalyse.