Crime Stoppers Receives Accolades During Crime Stoppers Month

Crime
Stoppers
Receives
Accolades
During
Crime
Stoppers Month
Richard McMullen, President
of National Capital Area
Crime Stoppers
On Friday January 22, 2016 at the Ottawa Police Services on
Elgin St. the National Capital Area Crime Stoppers received
a resounding endorsement and acknowledgment for their efforts
in the community and making it a safer place. The event was
hosted by Richard McMullen, President of National Capital Area
Crime Stoppers, and included speeches by Councilor Eli ElChantiry, Chair of the Ottawa Police Services Board, Ottawa
centre MPP Yasir Naqvi, Ottawa Police Chief Charles Bordeleau
and Dave Forster, President of the Ontario Association of
Crime Stoppers.
From left: Ottawa Centre MPP Yasir Naqvi,
Councillor Eli El-Chantiry, Ottawa Police
Chief Charles Bordeleau and Dave Forster,
President of the Ontario Association of
Crime Stoppers
The event was attended by members of the media including CTV,
CFRA and the article “Improved Crime Stoppers tips net more
guns, stolen property, arrests” was written up by the Ottawa
Community News.
From left:OC Transpo Supt. Jim McIntyre, OPP east
region Insp. Stephanie Patterson, Crime Stoppers
co-ordinator Ottawa Police Sgt. Arthur Wong,
Richard McMullen, president of National Capital
Area Crime Stoppers, Ottawa Centre MPP Yasir Naqvi,
Coun. Eli El-Chantiry, Ottawa Police Chief Charles
Bordeleau and Dave Forster, President of the
Ontario Association of Crime Stoppers.
Cake courtesy of Sobeys
Ottawa Prescription Frauds
On Monday June 2 nd 2014 the suspect attended a drug store
on Bank Street in Ottawa where he filled a fraudulent
prescription for drugs. A few days later on June 6th 2014 the
same male suspect attended another pharmacy located on St
Joseph Blvd, Orleans. Once there, he attempted to fill another
prescription for the same narcotic but was unsuccessful.
If you have information about these incidents or the identity
of the individual call Crime Stoppers toll-free at
1-800-222-8477(TIPS). You can follow us on facebook, youtube
and twitter. Remember Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to
call display, we will not record your call and you are not
required to testify in court. If your information leads to an
arrest or a charge, you could qualify for a cash reward of up
to $2000.
Wanted – Board Members
Get on board,
National Capital Area Crime Stoppers is a volunteer organization whose goal is
to assist police to solve crimes. We do so by offering rewards to callers who
provide information anonymously regarding a crime. Community awareness and
engagement are our two main priorities. We are looking for volunteers to join
our Board of Directors which meets monthly. If you have experience in
fundraising or communications and would like the opportunity to join we would be
happy to speak with you. The right volunteer will preferably have prior
experience in the charitable sector and able to commit to 10 hours every month
including attending one monthly Board meeting. Please contact us
at 613-482-7910 or email your resume to admin@crimestoppers.ca.
Ottawa: Residential Break Ins
The Ottawa Police Service Break & Enter Team and Crime
Stoppers are warning the public of a series of residential
break-ins that have occurred over the past three weeks across
the city. A total of nine break-ins have occurred in the
daytime and involve forced entry into secure homes.
The suspect(s) is targeting the homes of persons of Asian
descent with the goal of getting high-end jewellry and
accessories such as handbags.
In some cases, safes were defeated to gain access to them
steal the contents. Ottawa Police would like to urge
public who may have valuable jewellery and/or gold bars
coins to consider placing these items in a safety deposit
and not keep these items in their home.
and
the
and
box
There are no suspects at this time.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Ottawa Police
Break & Enter Team at 613-236-1222, ext. 2638 or call Crime
Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS). You can follow us
on facebook, youtube and twitter. Remember Crime Stoppers does
not subscribe to call display, we will not record your call
and you are not required to testify in court. If your
information leads to an arrest or a charge, you could qualify
for a cash reward of up to $2000.
National Capital Area Crime
Stoppers Elect New Executives
MEDIA RELEASE
Ottawa, ON July 4, 2013
The National Capital Area Crime Stoppers held its Annual
General Meeting on June 26th, 2013 and are pleased to announce
the election of Mr. Richard McMullen as President. Joining him
on the Executive will be Mr. Liam Farrell as Secretary and Ms.
Monique Krempig as Treasurer. Mr. Jim Tugwell will continue to
serve as Vice-President. Each brings extensive knowledge and
expertise to the board, including having served at the
Director level.
The Board would like to acknowledge the excellent work and
dedication of immediate past President, Mr. Wayne Bissett. We
would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to Mr.
Chuck Everett who has been a long term Secretary and
Treasurer. Both Mr. Bissett and Mr. Everett will continue to
serve on the board.
Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards for confidential and
anonymous information that helps police solve crimes.
For more information on the Crime Stoppers program, please
visit: http://crimestoppers.ca
National Capital Area Crime
Stoppers Recieves $1,000 from
Allstate
KANATA, ON, May 24, 2013 – John Kealey, Agency Manager and
staff from the Kanata office of Allstate Insurance Company of
a Canada presented National Capital Area Crime Stoppers
President, Wayne Bissett with a cheque for $1,000.00. Mr.
Kealey quoted “Allstate is happy to help with the great work
Crime Stoppers does. Crime Stoppers presented Allstate with a
certificate of thanks.
Hydro Ottawa, Crime Stoppers
pay it forward
OTTAWA, May 7, 2013 /CNW/ – Hydro Ottawa is proud to fund
Crime Stoppers rewards for tips that have helped shut down
marijuana grow operations and stop the theft of power.
National Capital Area Crime Stoppers provides cash rewards for
those who anonymously provide information in order to
help Ottawa police detect and solve crime.
“In
all,
Crime
Stoppers
has
helped
recover
over
$90
million worth of stolen property and illicit drugs since the
program began locally in 1985,” said Wayne Bissett, President
of the National Capital Area Crime Stoppers.
In 2012, the tips program helped Ottawa Police seize 1264
marijuana plants, valued at more than $1.3 million. Eight
charges were laid for possession for the purpose of
trafficking and theft of electricity.
Hydro Ottawa has
reimbursed Crime Stoppers for the rewards paid relating to
these cases.
“It is vital to protect citizens and our employees from the
dangers of grow houses and their dangerous electrical wiring,”
said Bryce Conrad, Hydro Ottawa’s President and Chief
Executive Officer. “We are proud to continue working with
Crime Stoppers, an organization dedicated to improving our
community.”
To report a tip anonymously and earn a reward of up to $2,000,
call Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS).
National Capital Area Crime Stoppers is also active online
at http://crimestoppers.ca, Facebook, and on Twitter
@CrimeStoppersOttawa or text to CRIMES with the keyword
‘tip252.’
Hydro Ottawa’s sponsorship of Crime Stoppers’ reward program
is one of many ways in which the company gives back to the
community. It takes pride in promoting conservation and demand
management, educating children and youth about electricity
safety and helping to mitigate the impact of energy costs for
those in need.
About Hydro Ottawa
Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc. (Hydro Ottawa) owns and operates two
subsidiary
companies,
Hydro
Ottawa
Limited
and
Energy Ottawa Inc. Hydro Ottawa Limited is the third largest
municipally owned electrical utility in Ontario serving more
than 310,000 customers in the City of Ottawa and the Village
of Casselman. Energy Ottawa Inc., Ottawa’s largest producer of
green power, generates renewable energy and provides
commercial energy management services.
“In all, Crime Stoppers has helped recover over $90
million worth of stolen property and illicit drugs since the
program began locally in 1985,” said Wayne Bissett, Chairman
of National Capital Area Crime Stoppers. “In 2011, tips led to
the arrest of 89 individuals, over 500 charges being laid and
the recovery of 15 firearms.”
About Crime Stoppers
Crime Stoppers was introduced in the National Capital area in
1985 and the program is now active in 28 countries world-wide.
A group of citizen volunteers serves on the Board of Directors
who meet regularly to manage the program, raise funds and
allocate rewards for successful TIPS. Ottawa Police Service
provides a coordinator to handle day-to-day tips and promote
the program as well as a van and staff person. Crime Stoppers
relies on donations of funds and services from individuals and
corporations to pay for awards, promotion of the program in
the community and schools and other operational needs.
SOURCE: Canada Newswire
For further information:
Claudia Lemieux
Manager, Public Affairs
Hydro Ottawa
Tel: 613-738-5499 ext. 7684
claudialemieux@hydroottawa.com
National Capital Area Crime Stoppers
613-482-7910
admin@crimestoppers.ca
Councillor Hubley Stands up
to Bus Shelter Vandalism
Wednesday April 17, 2013
Kanata – Councillor Allan Hubley of Kanata South is teaming up
with Crime Stoppers to put an end to bus shelter vandalism in
his ward.
“I have heard from many residents who are tired of the
disrespect being shown to public and private property,” says
Hubley. “This has become a concern for the community and an
unnecessary cost to tax payers.”
The Councillor has contributed $500 towards a reward for
information leading to the arrest of an individual or
individuals who are responsible for damaging OC Transpo bus
shelters in the community.
Source:
http://councillorallanhubley.ca/?p=5364
Ottawa Pharmacy Robbery East
End
On Thursday, March 21, at approximately 2:00 am, a lone
suspect entered a pharmacy situated along the 1900 block of
Portobello Drive in Orleans. The suspect produced a note
making a demand for a prescription drug (not Fentanyl) and
cough syrup with codeine.
The suspect fled with several
bottles of cough syrup. There were no injuries.
The suspect is described as being a black male, approx. 6
feet tall (183 centimeters), medium build, clean shaven,
wearing a black cap with a red visor, a black coat with fur
trim (possibly Canada Goose). He was English speaking. (see
attached image)
If you have information about the identity of the suspect, or
any other criminal activity call Crime Stoppers toll-free at
1-800-222-8477(TIPS). You can follow us on facebook, youtube
and twitter. Remember Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to
call display, we will not record your call and you are not
required to testify in court. If your information leads to an
arrest or a charge, you could qualify for a cash reward of up
to $2000.
Ottawa Gas
robbery
station
armed
UPDATE: MALE HAS BEEN ARRESTED.
On Saturday December 8th, 2012 shortly after 5pm a male
suspect armed with a gun entered a gas station located in the
2100 block of Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa.
The male approached the counter once customers had left and
made a demand for cash and cigarettes. He used a disguise to
cover his face. He was last seen fleeing on foot to the rear
of the building. The same male is believed to be responsible
for other similar robberies. No one was injured in the
incident.
Desc; black male, slim build, 5’8″ to 6 feet tall, wearing
a black jacket, black hooded sweatshirt underneath jacket with
hood pulled over his head, red St. Louis Cardinals baseball
cap and grey cloth covering his face. English speaking with a
noticeable accent.
If you have information about the identity of the suspect, or
any other criminal activity call Crime Stoppers toll-free at
1-800-222-8477(TIPS). You can also visit our website
http://crimestoppers.ca. You can follow us on facebook,
youtube and twitter. Remember Crime Stoppers does not
subscribe to call display, we will not record your call and
you are not required to testify in court. If your information
leads to an arrest or a charge, you could qualify for a cash
reward of up to $2000.