Ottawa police investigating hit-and-run that left officer injured

Ottawa Police are investigating a hit-and-run collision in Orléans that left an officer with non life-threatening injuries. 

Police closed Brian Coburn Blvd. between Tenth Line Road and Strasbourg Street for the investigation.

In a tweet, police say it happened during a traffic stop and that the driver of the vehicle fled the scene. 

Ottawa paramedics say crews were called shortly after 7 p.m. Friday. 

Police say there is no risk to public safety, but are asking residents to avoid the area. 

The investigation is ongoing. 

This is a developing story…

@ottawapolice investigating a hit and run collision that left one officer with non-life threatening injuries. The driver fled during a traffic stop @ 7:10 p.m. injuring the officer. Police are searching for the vehicle and the investigation is ongoing.

— OPS Operations (@DutyInspector) October 15, 2022

Road closure on Brian Coburn Blvd between Tenth Line and Strasbourg in Orleans. This is due to a police operation. There is no risk to public safety, however we ask that you please avoid the area #otttraffic @OttawaPolice

— OPS Operations (@DutyInspector) October 15, 2022