Police seek to identify suspect in William and York Street assault

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 11:30 a.m.

(Ottawa)— The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an assault on October 11^th in the William Street and York Street area.

At approximately 12:15 a.m., the suspect struck the victim behind the head with a blunt object and left the area on foot.

At the time of the incident, the victim did not sustain any injuries.

The suspect is described as Middle Eastern, approximately 25-years-old, with a slim build. At the time of the incident he was seen wearing glasses, a light brown/khaki sweater, light blue jeans and white shoes.

Anyone with information about the identity of this individual or this incident is asked to contact Det. Dakota Bashford of Central District Investigations Section at 613-236-1222, extension 2193 or [email protected].

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

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