Suspect to identify in Bank St. robbery

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, March 6, 2024   10:30 am

(Ottawa) —The Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a commercial robbery in the 400 block of Bank Street on February 18^th. 

At approximately 2:50 pm, the lone suspect attended a commercial business, selected items and attempted to leave the store. When the suspect was confronted by a staff member, he assaulted them and fled the store on foot.

The victim did not sustain any physical injuries.

The suspect is described as a white male in his 40’s, approximately 5’8” (173 cm) tall, medium build with a “salt and pepper” beard. During the incident he was wearing a black hooded jacket, with a dark green sweatshirt underneath, blue jeans, black shoes and a black ball cap.

Anyone with information as to the identity of this individual, or information about this incident, is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5116.

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

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