Ottawa Man Arrested on Multiple Firearms Offences in East End Incident
A 41-year-old man is confronting several serious firearms charges following his arrest by Ottawa police in the city's east end on Monday evening. The arrest occurred after officers responded to a concerning call regarding potential weapons possession in a vehicle.
Police Response and Arrest Details
At approximately 6:30 p.m. on February 16, law enforcement officers were dispatched to investigate a report about an individual possibly in possession of firearms inside a vehicle near a residential address. According to police authorities, who issued a formal news release on Tuesday, the situation prompted immediate attention from responding units.
Upon arrival at the scene, officers successfully apprehended a male suspect. During the arrest, police discovered and subsequently seized three handguns from the vehicle. Investigators later confirmed that the arrested individual was subject to court-imposed conditions that explicitly prohibited him from possessing any firearms.
Charges and Legal Violations
The accused, identified as Garip Hammoe, now faces an extensive list of charges related to both breaching court orders and unlawfully handling firearms. The charges stem from multiple violations discovered during the investigation.
The specific charges include:
- Failing to comply with a court order and breaching release conditions
- Careless handling and storage of firearms (three separate counts)
- Carrying concealed firearms (three separate counts)
- Possessing restricted or prohibited firearms without required licence and registration (three separate counts)
- Possessing firearms without a valid licence (three separate counts)
- Being in a vehicle while knowingly in possession of firearms (three separate counts)
These charges highlight the serious nature of the alleged offences, particularly given the suspect's existing legal restrictions regarding firearm possession.
Ongoing Investigation and Public Assistance
The East Criminal Investigations Unit continues to actively investigate this case. Police authorities are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist with the ongoing inquiry.
Individuals with information can contact investigators directly at 613-236-1222, extension 3566. For those preferring to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers by calling the toll-free number 1-800-222-8477 or visiting the organization's official website.
This incident underscores the ongoing efforts by Ottawa police to address firearms-related offences within the community, particularly when individuals violate court-imposed restrictions designed to enhance public safety.
