Shooting Reported in Overbrook
Ottawa police were called to the 300 block of Prince Albert Street in the city's Overbrook neighbourhood after multiple 911 calls reported a man had been shot. Officers arrived on scene to find a male victim with gunshot wounds. He was transported to hospital and is currently listed in critical condition.
What We Know So Far
The Ottawa Police Service confirmed the response followed a wave of emergency calls from the area. Investigators were dispatched to the scene to gather evidence and canvass for witnesses. As of the time of reporting, no arrests have been announced and the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation.
Police have not released information about a suspect or any indication of what led to the shooting.
About the Overbrook Neighbourhood
Overbrook is a residential community in Ottawa's east end, bordered by the Rideau River to the south and the Ottawa River to the north. The neighbourhood is home to many long-time Ottawa families and has seen ongoing community investment in recent years. Incidents like this shooting are a reminder of the safety challenges that some east-end residents continue to face.
What to Do If You Have Information
Ottawa police are urging anyone with information about this shooting to come forward. If you witnessed anything in the area of Prince Albert Street or have information that could assist investigators, you are asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
- Ottawa Police non-emergency line: 613-236-1222
- Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)
This is a developing story and details may be updated as more information becomes available from Ottawa Police.
Source: Ottawa Citizen
