Suspect to identify in West end commercial thefts

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, February 12, 2024     12:57 pm

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service West Criminal Investigations Section is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a series of commercial thefts in 800 block of March Road.

Between January 24^th and February 2^nd, the lone male suspect has entered a store and requested items from behind the counter. Once he has the items in hand, he flees the store on foot.

The suspect is described as a male, thin build with dark hair and facial hair. In each incident he wears different clothing. He may also speak with an accent.

Anyone with information as to the identity of this individual, or information about this incident, is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service West Criminal Investigations Section at 613-236-1222, ext. 2666.

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

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