Suspects to identify in East end break and enter

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, March 11, 2024   1:05 pm

(Ottawa) —The Ottawa Police Service Break and Enter Unit is seeking public assistance in identifying two suspects and a vehicle involved in a break and enter on January 26^th.

At approximately 8:20 pm on January 26^th the two suspects gained entry to an apartment building in the 600 block of Bathgate Drive.

The suspects stole a large number of contractor tools and fled the area in a white Mazda 3 hatchback with chrome rims.

Suspect 1 is described as a white male, average build, brown hair and facial hair. He was seen wearing a white hooded jacket, green hooded sweatshirt, dark pants and light running shoes. He was also seen driving the getaway vehicle.

Suspect 2 is described as a light skinned male, heavy build with longer dark hair and facial hair. He was seen wearing a blue sweater, black pants and dark shoes.

Anyone with information as to the identity of these individuals, or information about this incident, is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service 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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