NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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Members of the Orillia detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have responded to a serious assault over night, after a victim was located outside a residence with serious injuries, in the City of Orillia.
On Sept. 4, 2021, shortly before 4 a.m., officers were notified by County of Simcoe Paramedic Services (CSPS) that an individual suffering from serious injuries had been located outside of a residence on Albert Street South, Orillia. Officers attended and determined that the victim had been assaulted with an edged weapon. Officers have arrested three suspects and the investigation is ongoing.
Officers believe that this is an isolated incident and that no elevated risk to the public exists at this time.
The Orillia Crime Unit is continuing the investigation and is appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the assault, or has information pertaining to the incident, to contact the Orillia OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have information on any crime. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.
The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia, by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety. If you have any information about crime in our community please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report minor occurrences online by visiting www.opp.ca/reporting.
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