FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, December 4, 2017 1:25pm
(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Break & Enter Unit is investigating a recent break & enter is seeking the public's assistance to identify a suspect.
During afternoon hours on November 15, 2017, suspect entered a residence situated along Saunders Avenue. Entry was evidently gained through an insecure door. The homeowners were present but outside the residence at the time. The suspect(s) made off with a wallet from inside the home. A short time later, a transaction occurred at a store in the Market area, using a card stolen during the break & enter.
The suspect is described as being a male, darker complexion, 25-40 years, medium build, small moustache (see attached images.)
Anyone with information regarding this break & enter, or any other break & enter, is asked to call the Ottawa Police's Break & Enter Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 2655. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app.
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CONTACT:
S/Sgt. Michael Haarbosch
Robbery/Break & Enter Units
Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5445