As issued by the Metropolis of Ottawa
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, July 30, 2024 1:30 pm
(Ottawa)—The Metropolis of Ottawa and the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) welcomed media to current the new provincially-funded H135 police helicopter at a particular occasion on the Rockcliffe Airport this morning.
The police helicopter can be used to maintain Ottawa roadways protected from organized auto theft, road racing and impaired driving. It is going to even be used for common frontline patrol, critical offences (e.g. lively shooter incident) and lacking individuals searches.
The helicopter’s upkeep can be beneath a contract and paid for by the Province. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will present each the pilots and floor crew and there can be OPS Tactical Flight Officers paid for and skilled by the OPP. The helicopter will have the ability to help different police jurisdictions inside japanese Ontario with main incidents.
Quotes
“As the Mayor of Ottawa, I am grateful to the Ontario Government for investing in the safety of our residents and communities. Ottawa’s population has exceeded one million and is spread across urban, suburban, and expansive rural areas. This dedicated police helicopter will transform our ability to help combat crime across Ottawa’s vast area. From downtown streets to the rural communities with over 1,000 farms and 26 unique villages, our helicopter will provide crucial aerial support to deter vehicle theft and other crimes.”
Mayor Mark Sutcliffe
“We are deeply grateful to the province for this generous donation and to the Solicitor General for their unwavering support. This helicopter is a game-changer for our operational capabilities to support search and rescue operations. Whether it’s a major event downtown or an emergency in a suburban area, we will be able to get there faster thanks to the strong partnership we have with the OPP.”
Ottawa Police Chief Eric Stubbs
“Our government is making critical investments to ensure Ontario’s police services have the tools and resources they need to keep their communities safe,” mentioned Solicitor Common Michael Kerzner. “This police helicopter will be critical to helping Ottawa Police and the city of Ottawa crack down on auto thefts, carjackings and street racing while improving response times to address other serious crimes.”
Ontario’s Solicitor Common, Michael Kerzner
“Expansion of OPP Aviation Services and the Joint Air Support Unit marks a new era in collaboration with our law enforcement partners. Air support remains a critical tool in locating vulnerable missing persons, pursuing and apprehending offenders and disrupting serious crimes. The OPP and the multi-jurisdictional air support it will provide will go a long way towards enhancing safety in our communities.”
Ontario Provincial Police Performing Commissioner, Kari Dart
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The video of the announcement is accessible on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYhJ_HJjOIY
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