Ottawa police identify father believed to be responsible for double-murder suicide

Flowers are seen at a memorial outside the home in Ottawa's Findlay Creek neighbourhood where police are investigating the deaths of a father and two children. June 30, 2026. (Josh Marano/CTV News Ottawa)

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Ottawa police have released the name of the man believed to be responsible for the deaths of two young boys killed in a suspected murder-suicide.

The two boys, aged 7 and 12, were found deceased in their Findlay Creek home on Monday.

The children’s father, who police have identified as 40-year-old Mohammed Al-Lami, was found deceased inside a burning vehicle at a carpool lot along Highway 416 near Kemptville, Ont. on Monday. Police say Al-Lami is believed to have caused the boys deaths.

Ottawa police say they will not be releasing the names of the children out of respect to their mother’s wishes.

“Several investigative and forensic examinations are still outstanding and require time to complete. The Ottawa Police Service recognizes the community’s desire for answers and will provide further information when those processes have been completed,” Ottawa police wrote.

“Incidents like this affect us all, and we acknowledge the shock and heartbreak many are experiencing as we work to understand what happened.”

If you or someone you know is in crisis, here are some resources that are available:

• Canada Suicide Crisis Helpline (Call or text 988)
• Crisis Services Canada (1-833-456-4566 or text 45645)
• Kids Help Phone [phone])
• If you need immediate assistance, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital.