Man arrested with replica firearm at Ottawa children's hospital

Ottawa police arrested a man this weekend for causing a disturbance at CHEO, the children's hospital in the city. The incident happened on Saturday around 5 p.m. The man, in his 30s, was reportedly with a child who was being cared for by another guardian. After being asked to leave, the man confronted hospital security with what appeared to be a firearm. Authorities later determined it was a replica firearm. He fled the area but was caught nearby shortly after. No injuries were reported. The man faces several charges, including harassment and carrying a concealed weapon. His name is not being released to protect the child's identity, and the investigation is still ongoing. In response to the situation, CHEO declared a "code silver," which is used for incidents involving guns. The hospital initiated a lockdown to ensure the safety of everyone inside. They praised their staff for handling the situation calmly and professionally.