Two charged in ongoing commercial break and enter investigation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, May 4, 2026 12:25 p.m.
(Ottawa)— The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) launched an investigation in February 2026 into a series of commercial break and enters targeting retail stores across the city.
The Break and Unit identified a pattern of thefts involving high‑value merchandise, including high‑end cosmetics and fragrances, electronics, and cannabis products.
On April 30, 2026, the Break and Enter Unit with the assistance of the OPS Canine Unit, West Neighbourhood Resource Team and frontline patrol, arrested two suspects following another break and enter that had just occurred at an electronics retail store in Kanata.
The following individuals have been charged:
- Dave Marseille, 25 years old
- Sakyka Simpson, 25 years old
Both are facing over 75 criminal charges combined, including:
- Break and Enter
- Assault Police
- Wearing a Disguise with Intent
- Possession of Break‑In Instruments
- Resist Arrest
- Obstruct Justice
- Mischief
The investigation remains ongoing, and police anticipate that additional charges may be laid as further links to other incidents are examined.
Anyone with information that may assist investigators is asked to contact the OPS Break and Enter Unit at 613‑236‑1222, extension 4533.
Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca.
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