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Victory: Ottawa Police Finally Deploying Body Cameras #FilmThePolice #FTP

(Ottawa) —The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) will begin deploying body-worn cameras (BWCs) in November 2025, as part of its ongoing commitment to accountability, transparency, and strengthening public trust.

Thirty Axon body-worn cameras will be issued to members of the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) and select Change Agents. Officers will wear the cameras during their regular duties, including responding to calls involving individuals in crisis. This initial rollout supports the Alternative Mental Health Support Initiative and directly responds to jury recommendations from the coroner’s inquest into the death of Abdirahman Abdi, which are being implemented by the OPS’s Mental Health C.H.A.N.G.E. Initiative team.

Body-worn cameras offer several operational and community benefits:

  • Transparency: Provide an unbiased visual and audio record of police interactions.
  • Accountability: Allow for review of officer conduct and reinforce professional standards.
  • Evidence Collection: Offer reliable video and audio evidence for investigations and court proceedings.
  • Training: Assist with officer development and best practice evaluation.
  • De-escalation: Presence of BWCs can help reduce tension during interactions.
  • Public & Officer Protection: Help resolve complaints and protect against false allegations.
  • Objective Reporting: Provide a factual record of events to support clear incident documentation.
  • AI-Enhanced Tools: Integration with OPS’s Digital Evidence Information Management System (DEIMS) allows for automated transcription, translation (up to 50 languages), and court-ready redaction.
  • Real-Time Streaming: Enables live video feed to the OPS Real Time Operations Centre (RTOC) during critical incidents.

All officers assigned a body-worn camera will receive mandatory training on proper use, privacy considerations, and operational procedures.

Background

In 2023, OPS began laying the groundwork for a phased implementation of the BWC program, supported by the rollout of the Axon DEIMS platform. This system has been in use at OPS since 2024, supporting digital evidence management, in-car camera systems, and Automated Licence Plate Readers.

While an initial pilot was originally planned for 2024, budget constraints led to a postponement. The first phase of deployment is now scheduled to begin in late 2025, with a larger rollout anticipated between 2026 and 2027, pending future budget approvals.

The deployment of body-worn cameras is one of several initiatives aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and community confidence in policing across Ottawa.

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Jason LINDEN Was Arrested #OPP #Crime

(RENFREW, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) has charged one person following a traffic stop in the Town of Renfrew.

On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at approximately 10:40 a.m., members of CSCU conducted a traffic stop in the Town of Renfrew.

As a result of the investigation, Jason LINDEN age 48 of Ottawa was charged with:

–      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 

–      Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

–      Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition

–      Possession of a schedule 1 substance-cocaine

–      Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

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Manhunt Over After Serious Sexual Assault

(RENFREW, ON) – An arrest has been made in a recent serious sexual assault in Renfrew.

On Thursday, August 28, 2025, a woman reported that she had been held against her will and sexually assaulted. The woman also indicated that the male, who was known to her, was in possession of a handgun.

The incident prompted a massive search of the area by members of the Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the OPP Emergency Response Team, the Canine Unit and the Tactics and Rescue Unit. A shelter in place was issued for the immediate area until officers determined that the male had fled.

On Tuesday, September 9, 2025, the 28-year-old male was located and arrested by Ottawa Police and was transported to the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke. There he was officially charged with:

  • Assault
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Sexual assault
  • Forcible confinement
  • Overcoming resistance by attempting to choke, suffocate or strangle
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm – two counts
  • Criminal harassment – threatening conduct
  • Intimidation
  • Intimidation – uses threats of violence
  • Mischief
  • Obstruct a peace officer
  • Fail to comply with a release order – two counts

The identity of the accused cannot be released in order to protect the identity of the victim.

The accused remains in custody, with a bail hearing scheduled to continue in Pembroke on September 26, 2025.

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Murder & Suicide – Names Released

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit is investigating the deaths of two people on Pheasant Run Drive in Old Barrhaven as a murder-suicide.

The deceased are Virginia Theoret, 82, and Kurt Theoret, 84.

Police responded to the scene this morning after a 911 call made by Mr. Theoret, who subsequently took his own life. This marks Ottawa’s 12th homicide of 2025.

This is a deeply tragic incident, and our thoughts are with the family and friends affected.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5493.

Anonymous tips can be submitted via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or crimestoppers.ca.

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Bodies of Man & Woman Found

The Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit is investigating the deaths of two persons in Old Barrhaven.

Police were called to a residence on Pheasant Run Drive around 1:00 a.m. this morning, Tuesday, May 27, where they located the bodies of a man and woman. 

Investigators are not looking for any suspects, and there is no danger to the public. 

The victim identities are not being released pending next of kin notification. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 5493.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or crimestoppers.ca. 

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Fatal Collision Involving Cyclist

The Ottawa Police Service is seeking witnesses to a fatal collision that occurred on Wednesday, May 21st at Bank Street and Daze Street.

Around 2:40 p.m., emergency services responded to a call of a vehicle collision involving a male cyclist.

The cyclist was transported to the hospital with injuries at that time.

On May 25, 2025, the cyclist succumbed to his injuries.

Investigators would like to speak with anyone who witnessed the collision or may have dashcam footage of this incident.

Anyone with information should contact the Ottawa Police Service Fatal Collision Investigation Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 2345.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca.

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Kyanoush REZAEI Wanted By Police – Do Not Approach, Call 911 Immediately

(Ottawa) — The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit (PWEU) is advising that a Bench Warrant has been issued for the arrest of Kyanoush REZAEI, 33, of Ottawa. REZAEI cut off his ankle monitor and failed to appear for sentencing. He is on recent release awaiting sentencing for firearms trafficking across the Canada/United States border in 2022 and other related charges.

As a condition of his release, REZAEI is required to wear an ankle monitor. On Monday, March 3rd, he removed the monitor and discarded it along Highway 417 near Thunder Road. Police believe he may have travelled to the Greater Toronto Area, Montreal, Cornwall, Akwesasne, or possibly attempted to enter the United States. 

REZAEI may be travelling in a black 2020 Land Rover Range Rover with an Ontario licence plate. He is also associated with a white 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus with an unknown licence plate.

REZAEI is described as a Middle Eastern man, 5’9”, approximately 215 lbs, with long wavy dark hair.

Police believe REZAEI has access to firearms and should be considered armed and dangerous.

If you see him, please call 911.

Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of REZAEI is asked to contact the Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement Squad (ROPE) at 416-808-5900 or 1-866-870-ROPE (7673) or the Ottawa Police Service Guns and Gangs Unit at 613-236-1222 extension 5050.

To stay anonymous, call Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online at crimestoppers.ca. 

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Sexual Assault With Weapon – Brice PIYAU Arrested

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit has charged a man following an investigation that began in October 2024.

Investigators believe that there may be other victims.

The accused approaches post-secondary international students with the ruse to help them with their immigration process.

Yesterday, Brice PIYAU, 47 years old from Ottawa, was arrested and charged with:

  • Sexual assault
  • Sexual assault with a weapon
  • Sexual assault with threats
  • Forcible confinement
  • Fraud under $5000

Anyone with information is asked to call the Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5944. Tips may also be sent electronically to [email protected].

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS).

We acknowledge that making these types of reports can be difficult. The Ottawa Police would like to reassure anyone wishing to make a report that we take all of these crimes very seriously and have supports available.

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Murder: Samuel LAURIN-GAUVREAU Wanted By Police

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit has charged two adults in the February 15th stabbing death of 25-year-old Omar Jonathan Grant of Ottawa.

25-year-old Jacob BLANCHARD appeared in court today and was remanded into custody. 

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of 19-year-old Samuel LAURIN-GAUVREAU of Ottawa for charges of second-degree murder and assault with a weapon. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 5493.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca. 

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2 Police Officers Taken To Hospital #Don’tDoDrugs

(Ottawa) – Two Ottawa Police officers were hospitalized after being exposed to fentanyl and crystal meth during separate arrests.

In the early hours of February 5, 2025, an Ottawa Police officer was taken to the hospital after being exposed to fentanyl during a traffic stop and subsequent arrest of a 36-year-old man on Esprit Drive. Fortunately, thanks to an immediate response, the officer has since been released from the hospital and is expected to make a full recovery.

Over 70 grams of Fentanyl and 146 grams of unknown white powder were seized. The man was charged with possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking.

Only three days later, an officer from the Ottawa Police East division seized crystal meth from a male he arrested and started feeling nauseous and lightheaded during the transportation. The officer pulled over and the sergeant following his police cruiser called for paramedics. This officer was also transported to the hospital, has since been released and is doing well.

These incidents highlight the life-threatening risk fentanyl and other drugs pose to first responders. It also clearly demonstrates how the risk associated to the drug has devasted communities across Canada leaving thousands of people mourning the loss of their loved ones to drug overdoses.

For resources and information on substance abuse and addiction, harm reduction and community tools and programs, visit stopoverdoseottawa.ca. 

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca. 

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Do You Recognize This Sexual Assault Suspect?

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Central Criminal Investigation Section is seeking public assistance to identify a suspect responsible for a sexual assault in the 500 block of Somerset Street West on December 29, 2024.

At approximately 3:10 p.m., the victim was riding an OC Transpo bus when the suspect approached them and began an interaction. The suspect then sexually assaulted the victim.

Anyone with information as to the identity of this individual or information about this incident is asked to contact the Central Criminal Investigation Section at 613-236-1222 at extension 5166.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or crimestoppers.ca. 

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Ahmed HOZAYEN – Murder

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit has arrested and charged a man in relation to the October 8th arson that killed 51-year-old Ottokie Kelly.

Ahmed HOZAYEN, 30-years-old, of Ottawa, has been charged with the following:

  • First degree murder
  • Arson disregard for human life
  • Arson causing bodily harm
  • Arson causing property damage
  • Possession of incendiary material for arson

He will appear in court later today.

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Charges Laid in Pondhollow Way Homicide

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit has arrested and charged two people in relation to the January 10th homicide of Wilson Sabarros on Pondhollow Way.

Mia TEJADA, a 28-year-old woman and Omar ASSAAD, a 26-year-old man, both of Ottawa have been jointly charged with First Degree Murder.

They will both appear in court today.

Investigators are still asking anyone with information in relation to this incident contact the Homicide Unit at 613-236-1222 extension 5493.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca. 

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Violent Rampage, 3 Injured – Jourdain DOYLE Arrested Again!

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Central Criminal Investigation Section has charged a man with multiple charges after several separate incidents yesterday afternoon in the downtown area that left at least three people with injuries.

Police were called to a building on Catherine Street at approximately 2:30 pm for a man causing a disturbance. Upon police arrival, the suspect had already fled the area.

Shortly afterward, police received multiple 9-1-1 calls for the same man damaging vehicles along Arlington Avenue.

The suspect then assaulted several people on Gladstone Avenue near Metcalfe Street while shouting derogatory racial slurs in relation to their specific ethnicities. Police arrived, and during his arrest, the accused also assaulted and threatened the officers.

Jourdain DOYLE, 37-years-old, of Ottawa, has been charged with:

–          Assault x3

–          Assault by choking, suffocating or strangling

–          Assault with a weapon

–          Intimidation by violence x2

–          Extortion x2

–          Mischief to property under $5000 x2

–          Uttering threats x8

–          Possession of a weapon for committing an offence

–          Assault of a peace officer x3

–          Resisting arrest

–          Robbery or assault with the intent to steal

–          Breach of Probation x2

DOYLE was held in custody and appeared in court today.

Ottawa Police are asking anyone who may have been injured and did not speak to police at the scene to contact investigators. If anyone witnessed these incidents or has information, please contact the Central Criminal Investigation Section at 613-236-1222, extension 5166.

Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at crimestoppers.ca.

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Melquis RIVERA – Aggravated Assault

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Central Criminal Investigation Section has charged a man in relation to an assault with a weapon at a residence in the 200 block of Nepean Street yesterday morning that left a man in critical condition.

Police were called to the building at approximately 4:35am for reports of a disturbance. Upon arrival one man was located with serious injuries, deemed to be from an assault. He was subsequently transported to hospital by paramedics, where he remains.

A short time later, the suspect was arrested nearby.

Melquis RIVERA, 60-years-old, of Ottawa, has been charged with the following:

  • Aggravated assault
  • Assault with a weapon

He appeared in court yesterday afternoon.

Ottawa Police are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or has information to contact the Central Criminal Investigation Section at 613-236-1222, extension 5166.

Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at crimestoppers.ca.