Police investigate serious incident in Carleton Place, victim taken to trauma centre

Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a serious incident in Carleton Place that left one person injured.

Lanark OPP were called to a residence near Cram Street and Pattie Drive at approximately 10:50 a.m. on Friday, April 24, 2026, where a man was found outside with injuries. Police did not specify the nature of severity of the injuries, but Lanarkist has reached out to OPP for more information.

The victim was transported to an area trauma centre.

Police say the incident is believed to be isolated and there is no risk to public safety at this time.

Residents can expect an increased police presence in the area as the investigation continues.

The investigation is being led by the Lanark County OPP, with assistance from the Lanark County OPP Crime Unit, East Region Emergency Response Team, East Region Forensic Identification Services Unit and detectives from the Regional Support Team.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.