FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, July 22, 2019 10:27am
(Ottawa) –On Sunday, July 21, at 1:15am, Frontline officers and a K9 officer attended the 3600 block of Strandherd Drive for a personal robbery.
A victim was talking on her cell phone when a male suspect walked by her and grabbed the cell phone and ran off. The victim did not suffer any injuries.
Officers covered the area to try and locate the suspect. A short while later, a K9 officer was driving in the area and spotted a male who matched the description of the suspect. A witness to the theft was also interacting with the suspect. Elvis PRESSOIR was arrested with stolen items on his person.
PRESSOIR was also wanted for two other thefts, one in which he was armed with a hammer and concealed his face.
PRESSOIR, 20 years old of Ottawa is charged with:
- Theft under x3
- Wear a disguise
His next court date is scheduled for August 22.
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