Suspect to identify in west-end home invasion and car jacking investigation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 11:30 a.m.

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is requesting the public’s assistance to identify one of the suspects linked to a home invasion and carjacking that occurred on Saturday, February 14^th at approximately 2:10 a.m. in the area of Woodroffe Avenue and Tallwood Drive.

The suspect is described as Black. At the time of the home invasion, he was wearing eyeglasses, a black puffer coat and dark pants and shoes.

The Robbery Unit’s investigation continues.

Anyone with information or who recognizes the suspect is asked to contact the OPS Robbery Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5116. Investigators would also like to speak with anyone who may have security camera or doorbell footage from the area.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca.

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Help make your community safer: register your information and security camera location at CAMSafe.ca to support investigations.

 
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Tel: 613-236-1222, ext.  5366

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sunday, February 15, 2026 10:50 a.m.

West-End Home Invasion and Carjacking Under Investigation

(Ottawa) —Ottawa Police are investigating a west-end home invasion involving four male suspects who forced entry into a rooming house. During the incident, the suspects, armed with firearms, falsely identified themselves as police and confronted multiple occupants.

Following the home invasion, a carjacking occurred at a separate location, and the stolen vehicle remains outstanding. Police believe the residence may not have been the intended target, though the investigation is ongoing. 

There is no ongoing risk to the public at this time.

The Robbery Unit is leading the investigation, and Victim Services have been offered to those affected.

Ottawa Police remind the public to keep vehicles locked at all times, including when seated inside, and to remain alert to their surroundings. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the OPS Robbery Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5116.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca.

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Through the Community Safety Data portal data.ottawapolice.ca, members of the public can view, download, and interact with data released by the Ottawa Police Service.

Help make your community safer: register your information and security camera location at CAMSafe.ca to support investigations.

 
CONTACT:    

Media Relations