Man charged following a string of break and enters in Centretown

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, November 21, 2024,   3:14 pm

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Break and Enter Unit has charged a man following an investigation into multiple break and enters in the Centretown neighbourhood dating back to August.

Since August at least four houses were broken into where the thief targeted jewelry, electronics and currency. Through investigation police were able to identify the suspect and arrest him.

Yesterday, a search warrant was executed for his residence where further evidence was located, including some of the stolen items.

Derek GRAY, 59-years-old, of Ottawa, has been charged with:

• Breaking and entering (residential) x 4
• Mischief under $5000 x 4
• Possession of break and enter instruments

GRAY remains in custody and the investigation continues.

We thank the members of the community and businesses owners for their cooperation.

Anyone with information regarding these incidents or any other incidents involving GRAY is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Break and Enter Section at 613-236-1222, ext. 4533.

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

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