Suspect sought following assault of two elderly women on Riverside Drive

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an assault that occurred in the 2200 block of Riverside Drive in February 2026. 

At approximately 1:05 p.m. on February 2, the suspect approached two elderly women who were walking in the area, one of whom was using a walker. The suspect assaulted both women before fleeing on foot. 

One of the women sustained minor injuries. 

The suspect is described as a White man, approximately 20 to 25 years old, with a thin build. At the time of the incident, he was wearing sunglasses, a dark tuque, a blue and green jacket, dark pants, and mismatched shoes, one black and one white. 

The investigation remains ongoing. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detective Vianney Calixte from East Criminal Investigations Section at 613-236-1222, extension 3281or email at [email protected]. 

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

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