# Father’s Tragic Act Ends in Suicide | Ottawa News

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Podcast: [Ottawa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ottawa-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7593255)
Published: 2026-07-22T19:27:47+00:00
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Ottawa police have concluded their investigation into the tragic deaths of two young boys, ages seven and twelve, revealing that their father, 40-year-old Mohammed Al-Lami, was responsible. Al-Lami allegedly killed the boys before setting fire to his dental office and later died by suicide near Kemptville. Investigators used forensic evidence, interviews, financial records, and digital data to confirm he acted alone—with no further threat to public safety. The killings likely occurred after Al-Lami picked up the boys for parenting time on June 27, with the deaths happening between late June 28 and early June 29. A history of intimate partner violence and unresolved custody and support disputes preceded the tragedy. The Ottawa Police Service honored the victims’ privacy, declining to release their identities at the mother’s request, while acknowledging the deep community grief and their commitment to transparency. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/31230bf4ad05ccfa

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