For Now, Police Will Keep Those Facing Drug Charges Off Premises

Three downtown Ottawa homeless shelters are asking the courts to prevent those charged with dealing drugs on their premises from coming within 500 metres until their charges are dealt with.

A formal letter submitted to police was signed by Shepherds of Good Hope, The Ottawa Mission and the Salvation Army.

Police say they will temporarily impose the condition, but also submit the letter as a victim impact statement for the courts to consider at trial.

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