Police Release Images in Search for Retail Theft Suspects
The Ottawa Police Service has publicly released photographs of three individuals they are urgently trying to identify. These suspects are wanted for their alleged involvement in a significant theft from a retail establishment located on Bayshore Drive.
The incident occurred on November 10, 2025, at approximately 9:45 a.m.. According to the police news release issued on Thursday, the three suspects entered a store and proceeded to steal a substantial quantity of merchandise before fleeing the scene on foot.
Descriptions of the Wanted Suspects
Investigators have provided detailed descriptions of the clothing worn by each suspect during the incident to aid in their identification.
The first suspect is described as a Black man. At the time of the theft, he was wearing glasses, dark green pants, green sneakers, and a dark-coloured hoodie featuring white writing. This hoodie was worn beneath a black puffer jacket.
The second suspect is described as a Hispanic or Middle Eastern man. His attire included a bright red coat over a dark grey sweater, complemented by black pants and black hiking shoes.
The third suspect is also described as a Black man. He notably wore a balaclava covering his face, a dark-coloured hoodie, grey jogging pants, and black sneakers.
How the Public Can Assist the Investigation
The Ottawa Police are appealing to anyone who recognizes these individuals or has any information regarding the theft to come forward. The lead investigator on this case is Constable John-Carlo Semenzin.
Members of the public can contact Constable Semenzin directly via email at Semenzjx@ottawapolice.ca.
For those who wish to provide information anonymously, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers. This can be done toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or online at crimestoppers.ca. All anonymous tips are eligible for a cash reward if the information leads to an arrest.
