Suspect to identify in Chinatown assault

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, February 1, 2023  12:50 pm

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Central Criminal Investigations Unit is seeking public assistance to identify a suspect involved in an assault near Bronson Avenue and Somerset Street W on December 27.

At approximately 3:20 pm, the suspect approached the victim, unknown to him, and assaulted him. The suspect then left the area on foot.

The victim sustained minor physical injuries.

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 25-30 years old, 6’1” (185 cm), with a slim build. He was last seen wearing dark pants, a blue winter jacket, a Yukon style red fur lined winter hat, and white sneakers.

Anyone with information as to the identity of this individual, or information about this incident, is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Central Criminal Investigations Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5166.

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

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