Pills scattered in suspicious manner at Blue Willow Park in Orléans
Ottawa police are investigating after pills of various sizes and colours were found scattered throughout Blue Willow Park in Orléans on Saturday morning, concealed inside acorns and near bushes.
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Ottawa police are investigating after loose pills were found scattered in a suspicious manner at Blue Willow Park in Orléans on Saturday morning.
A resident reported the discovery on August 22 at the park, located southeast of the intersection of Innes and Navan roads. Officers located pills of various sizes and colours scattered near bushes and trees, on the grass, and concealed inside acorns.
Police advised parents, caregivers, and pet owners visiting the area to exercise caution and closely monitor children and animals while there. The substance composition and toxicology results for the pills have not yet been determined.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service East General Assignment Section at 613-236-1222, ext. 3566. Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or online at crimestoppers.ca.
What are the pills and where did they come from?
Have there been similar incidents in Orléans parks in the past 12 months?
We'll update this story as answers emerge.
At a glance
Where were pills found in Ottawa?
Pills were discovered at Blue Willow Park in Orléans, located southeast of the intersection of Innes and Navan roads, on August 22, 2026.
How were the pills concealed?
The pills at Blue Willow Park were scattered near bushes and trees, on the grass, and hidden inside acorns.
What should parents and pet owners do?
Parents, caregivers, and pet owners visiting Blue Willow Park in Orléans should exercise caution and closely monitor children and animals in the area.
