Suspect to identify following an assault on George Street

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, November 28, 2024        2:07 pm 

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Central Criminal Investigation Section is seeking the public assistance to identify a suspect responsible for an assault in the 100 block of George Street on October 27^th.

At approximately 3:35 am, the victim was outside of a licenced establishment when the suspect approached them, and a verbal altercation ensued. The suspect then physically assaulted the victim.

The victim sustained minor physical injuries.

The suspect is described as a black male, 27-35 years old, approximately 6’0” (183 cm), with an athletic build and dark facial hair. At the time of the incident, he was seen wearing a white and tan plaid jacket, with a grey hooded sweatshirt underneath, black pants and white running shoes.

Anyone with information as to the identity of this individual, or information about this incident, is asked to contact the Central Criminal Investigation Section at 613-236-1222 at extension 5166.

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

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