Suspect to identify following an assault with a weapon at a business on Baseline Road

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, November 19, 2024 12:10 pm

(Ottawa) - The Ottawa Police Service Central Criminal Investigations Section is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an assault with a weapon in the 1300 block of Baseline Road on October 6, 2024.

At approximately 3:05 pm, a male suspect was asked by an employee to pay for his items when he left using the fire exit. The suspect pulled out a knife, threatened the employee and walked away from the store.

The suspect is described as white male, approx. 30-35 years old, 5'8" (173cm), medium build. with a black beard. He was wearing a grey baseball cap, white long sleeve t-shirt, blue jeans and a tote bag. (see photos)

Anyone with information as to the identity of this individual, or information about this incident, is asked to contact the Central Criminal Investigations Section at 613-236-1222, extension 5166.

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

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