Suspect to identify in an assault on Rideau Street

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 1:22 pm

(Ottawa) - The Ottawa Police Service Central Criminal Investigations Section is seeking the public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an assault in the 200 block of Rideau Street on September 16^th.

At approximately 6:30 pm, the suspect attempted to take something from the victim, when the victim would not allow him to take it, the suspect assaulted him. The victim sustained minor injuries.

The suspect is described as black male, between 30 and 40 years old, approximately 5'8" (173 cm) with short black hair. At the time of the incident, he is seen wearing a blue bathrobe and sandals (see photos).

Anyone with information as to the identity of this individual, or information about this incident, is asked to contact please contact Constable D Bashford at [email protected] or 613-236-1222, ext. 2193.

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

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