On March 25 at approximately 1:40 a.m., Ottawa Police officers responded to reports of an altercation involving several individuals in a parking lot in the 200 block of City Centre Avenue. The incident began as a verbal exchange and escalated into a physical confrontation. Five adults were involved with two individuals sustaining stab wounds during the altercation. Following the initial incident, one man was struck by a vehicle that then fled the scene. Three individuals connected to the incident were inside the vehicle at the time. Officers located the vehicle a short time later, and the adult male driver was arrested. At this time, all injuries are considered non-life threatening. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Central Investigations Section.
The Ottawa Police Service is seeking witnesses to a serious collision involving a cyclist in the 2000 block of Haig Drive that occurred at approximately 6:17 a.m., on March 26th. At this time, it is believed that the cyclist may have fallen off their bicycle before being struck by an oncoming vehicle. The cyclist was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Investigators would like to speak with anyone who may not have spoken to officers on scene or who may have dash camera footage in the area around the time of the incident, and encourage anyone with information is asked to contact the OPS Collision Investigations Unit.
In a followup to a story from last week’s edition regarding the hit-and-run collision involving a school crossing guard, the Ottawa Police Service reported that a 19-year-old man was arrested in connection with this investigation. The Ottawa Police Service also expressed their condolences, stating “The Ottawa Police Service extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Peter Clark, who tragically lost his life while serving as a school crossing guard. Crossing guards play a vital role in protecting children and families, standing in all conditions to ensure students can travel to and from school safely. Mr. Clark’s commitment to that responsibility reflects a service to the community that deserves our utmost respect and gratitude. This is a heartbreaking loss, and our thoughts are with the school community and all those affected.” The investigation remains ongoing, and additional information will be shared when available.
