Suspect to identify in an assault near Somerset Street West and Percy Street

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, January 8, 2025      8:29 am

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Central Criminal Investigation Section is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect in an assault on December 19, 2024, in the Somerset Street West and Percy Street area.

At approximately 6:30 p.m., the suspect had a brief interaction with the victim before physically assaulting them.

There were no serious physical injuries.

The suspect is described as a white man, around 20 to 30 years old, with a medium build and medium-length brown hair. At the time of the incident, he was seen wearing skinny, dark-coloured jeans, a dark-coloured beanie, Vans shoes, and no socks. He was carrying a skateboard.

Anyone with information about this individual's identity or about this incident is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Central Criminal Investigation Section at 613-236-1222, extension 2193.

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

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