Suspect identified in Elgin Street Robbery

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, May 5, 2023   9:25 am

(Ottawa)— The Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit is advising that the suspect has been identified.

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

The police investigation continues.

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Media Relations Section

Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5366

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, May 4, 2023   12:10 pm

Suspect to identify in Elgin Street Robbery

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit is looking to identify a suspect involved in a commercial robbery on April 9^th in the 200 block of Elgin Street.

At approximately 9:50 pm, a lone suspect entered the store and took several items. He proceeded to exit, and when confronted by staff, he threatened him with a knife. 

No knife was seen.

The suspect fled the area on foot.

The staff member did not sustain any injuries.

The suspect is described as a white male, 20-30 years old, 6’0” (183 cm), brown hair, and brown short facial hair. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a light grey hoodie with the hood up, and a dark grey jacket over the hoodie.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the 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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CONTACT:

Media Relations Section

Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5366