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Two Ottawa men facing charges 

LONDON, ON (October 26, 2026) – Two suspects were arrested within minutes of a 9-1-1 call early Sunday morning after a witness reported a dispute in the south end of the city.

At approximately 4:10 a.m., on October 25, 2026, two males attended an address near Chiddington Avenue and Chiddington Gate and began to argue with a resident, prompting a witness to call police. 

Additional information was received that the suspect males were in possession of firearms. 

Officers responded, located, and arrested both suspects.

There were no reported injuries.

During a search incident to arrest, officers located two replica firearms.

As a result of the investigation, Hamza Al Said, 18, of Ottawa has been charged with the following offences:

• Carry concealed weapon; and
• Utter threats.

Mohamad Al Saleh, 21, of Ottawa, has been charged with the following offences:

• Utter threats; and
• Breach of recognizance.

Both accused have since been released and are expected to appear in London court on November 26, 2026, in relation to the charges.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670.

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