Suspects to identify in Chinatown mischief

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, November 20, 2023   1:10 pm

(Ottawa)— The Ottawa Police Service Central District Investigation Unit is looking for public assistance in identifying three suspects that damaged statues in the 700 block of Somerset Street W on October 8^th.

Between the hours of 10:00 and 11:00 pm, male suspects approached two statues outside of a commercial business and proceeded to kick them, which caused both statues to break. The suspects then left the area on foot.

Suspect one is described as a dark-skinned male, medium build. He was seen wearing a red Nike hooded sweatshirt and light jeans.

Suspect two is described as a white male, medium build with short brown hair. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, black pants and a black baseball cap with the Chicago White Sox logo.

There is no description for the third male suspect.

Anyone with information is asked to call Cst. Bashford at 613-236-1222, extension 2193. Tips may also be sent electronically to BashfordD@ottawapolice.ca

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS).

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