FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, October 16, 2015 8:37 am
(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit is investigating the robbery of a gas station and is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect responsible.
On September 19, 2015, at approximately 7:15am, a lone male suspect entered a gas station situated along the 1-100 block of Beechwood Avenue. The suspect, armed with a knife, made a demand for cash, he obtained an undisclosed quantity of cash and then fled on foot. There were no injuries.
The suspect is described as a Caucasian male, approximately 25 years of age, of average height, medium build with a full dark beard. At the time he wore a hooded sweatshirt, light blue jeans, and sneakers (see attached pictures).
Anyone with information with respect to this robbery, or any other robbery, is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Robbery Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5116. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or by downloading the Ottawa Police iOS app.
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CONTACT:
S/Sgt. Michael Haarbosch
Robbery Unit
Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5445