Seeking witnesses to West end assault on June 6th

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, June 9, 2026   9:45 a.m.

(Ottawa)—The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is investigating an assault that occurred in the 300 block of Michael Cowpland Drive on Saturday, June 6.

At approximately 3:00 p.m., the victim was approached by a suspect riding a black mountain bike. The suspect made racial slurs, threatened and assaulted the victim before fleeing the area.

Ottawa Paramedic Service personnel treated the victim at the scene.

The suspect has not yet been identified and remains outstanding. He is described as White, in his 20s or 30s, approximately 5’11 – 6’ tall, with a medium build and short curly black hair. At the time of the incident, he was wearing black jeans and a black t-shirt.

The OPS Hate and Bias Crime Unit is investigating the incident.

Anyone who has information is asked to call the Hate and Bias Crime Unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 5015 or email at [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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