Suspect identified in Kanata break and enter

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, May 3, 2023  8:45 am

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

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

The investigation continues.

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CONTACT:

Media Relations Section

Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5366

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, May 2, 2023   12:00 pm

Suspect to identify in Kanata break and enter

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Break and Enter Unit is looking to identify a suspect involved in a commercial break and enter on February 26^th in the 500 block of Earl Grey Drive.

At approximately 9:30 pm, a man entered a store while it was still open. He stayed in the store, hiding until it closed, and stole several electronic items.

He left the store prior to it reopening.

The suspect is described as a black male, in his 20’s, 6’0” (183 cm), slim build, dark hair, and wearing glasses. At the time of the incident, he wore a black Adidas hoodie with white stripes on the arms, a brown jacket, and a blue hat with the letters “LA” on the front.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Break and Enter Unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 4533.

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