General News

On September 19, 2024 at approximately 8:05 a.m. an 11-year-old child was struck by a vehicle while walking in the crosswalk at the intersection of 10^th Street West and 8^th Avenue West in Owen Sound. 

Owen Sound Police have laid impaired driving charges in separate investigations on consecutive nightshifts.

 At approximately 1:30 a.m. on Thursday September 12, 2024, officers received information regarding a possible impaired driver at the rear of a licensed establishment.   Officers attended and after a brief interaction, issued a demand for a breath sample into a roadside alcohol screening device.  This test produced a failing result and the driver of the vehicle was arrested.

September 12th is National Police Woman Day, a day to acknowledge the brave women of law enforcement who serve our community and keep us safe. We’d like to honour and celebrate the female Police Officers of Owen Sound Police Service for their selfless service, dedication, and leadership, today and every day. #ThankYou

Impaired Driver Arrested After Interaction With Officer On Foot Patrol In The River District

Pedestrian dragged several feet by passing motorist.  No serious injuries.

The Owen Sound Police Service (OSPS) is pleased to announce the release of its 2023 Annual Report. The Annual Report is designed to give members of the public, community partners, and key stakeholders valuable information on the Service’s direction, providing statistical insight into progress on crime and safety while highlighting efforts to serve the needs of the community.

Joint Forces Traffic Initiative

31 year-old David WARD arrested by Owen Sound Police and Grey County Ontario Provincial Police on August 30, 2024.

A 31 year old male of No Fixed Address, is currently wanted in relation to Robbery and Weapons Incident.

On Saturday August 24, 2024 just before 6:00 p.m. a rear-end collision occurred near the intersection of 9th Avenue East and 10th Street East, Owen Sound.   

A Dodge Caravan was waiting to make a right hand turn onto 10th Street East when a Nissan Versa rear-ended the mini- van.  There were no injuries as a result of the incident however the vehicles sustained substantial damage.  The Nissan Versa was towed from the scene.