Suspect identified in Rideau Street assault

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, October 10, 2024   11:20 am

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service is advising the community that the male suspect has been identified and the investigation continues.

We wish to thank the public and media for their assistance.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, October 8, 2024            1:22 pm

Suspect to identify in an assault on Rideau Street 

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Central Criminal Investigations Section is seeking the public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an assault in the 200 block of Rideau Street on September 16^th.

At approximately 6:30 pm, the suspect attempted to take something from the victim, when the victim would not allow him to take it, the suspect assaulted him. The victim sustained minor injuries.

The suspect is described as black male, between 30 and 40 years old, approximately 5’8” (173 cm) with short black hair. At the time of the incident, he is seen wearing a blue bathrobe and sandals (see photos).

Anyone with information as to the identity of this individual, or information about this incident, is asked to contact please contact Constable D Bashford at BashfordD@OttawaPolice.ca or 613-236-1222, ext. 2193.

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