Ottawa police seek help to ID Bank Street robbery suspect
At approximately 6:30 p.m. on July 27, a store employee spotted a man stealing merchandise.
When the employee attempted to intervene, the suspect assaulted the staffer and fled on foot.
The suspect was described as a Caucasian man between 40 and 50 years old and standing about five feet seven inches tall with a large build, and balding.
At the time of the incident, he wore a grey and blue shirt, blue jeans, and black shoes and was carrying a reusable shopping bag.
The suspect had several tattoos, including a cross and a flower on his left forearm.
Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect, or details related to this incident, should contact the Ottawa Police Service robbery unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5116.
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