Man charged in George Street homicide: Victim identified

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Friday, September 13, 2024              5:15 p.m.

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit is continuing to investigate the death of a man that occurred on George Street last evening.

The victim is identified as Stephen Pedicelli, 45-years-old, of Montreal.

The Homicide Unit has charged Jean Paul THERAGENE, 31-years-old, of Ottawa, with second-degree murder. He appeared in court today.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 5493.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca. 

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CONTACT:

Media Relations Section

Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5366

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Friday, September 13, 2024                5:34 a.m.

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit is investigating a homicide that occurred in the 100 block of George Street on Thursday, September 12, 2024, just after 10:30 p.m.

One male has been confirmed deceased.

There is no known threat to public safety at this time.

There will continue to be a significant police presence in the area, along with road closures.

People are asked to please avoid the area.

No further information will be released pending next-of-kin notifications.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 5493.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca. 

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Through the Community Safety Data portal data.ottawapolice.ca, members of the public can view, download, and interact with data released by the Ottawa Police Service.

CONTACT:

Media Relations Section

Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5366