The Ottawa Police Service is turning to the public for help in a break-and-enter investigation, releasing images of four individuals believed to be connected to a residential crime in the city's Hintonburg area.
Search for Suspects After Overnight Incident
In a news release issued on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, investigators announced they are working to identify four people "possibly linked" to a break and enter that occurred on the 500 block of Kirkwood Avenue. The incident took place overnight between August 26 and 27, 2025.
Police revealed that the suspects were not only involved in the initial property crime but also quickly used payment cards stolen during the burglary. The group was captured using the stolen debit and credit cards to make purchases at various businesses in downtown Ottawa shortly after the break-in.
Descriptions of the Four Individuals
Authorities have provided detailed descriptions of each suspect, urging residents and business owners to review the information and contact police with any leads.
Suspect 1 is described as a white male, approximately 20 to 30 years old. During the transactions, he was seen wearing dark sunglasses, a large chain necklace, a dark hooded jacket, a red shirt, dark pants, and white running shoes.
Suspect 2 is described as a white female, also believed to be between 20 and 30 years old, with long brown hair. She was seen wearing distinctive purple pants and a black sports bra.
Suspect 3 is described as a white male, aged approximately 25 to 35 years old. He was identified as the driver of a grey Kia Forte connected to the suspects.
Suspect 4 is described as a white male, 25 to 35 years old, with a black beard. While making purchases, he wore a grey jacket, a black baseball cap, and dark sunglasses.
How the Public Can Assist the Investigation
The Ottawa Police Service's Break and Enter Unit is leading the investigation. Anyone with information about the suspects, the vehicle, or the incident itself is strongly encouraged to come forward.
Members of the public can provide information directly to investigators by calling the Ottawa Police Service Break and Enter Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 4533.
For those who wish to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or online through their website at crimestoppers.ca. Police emphasize that any detail, no matter how small it may seem, could be crucial to identifying the individuals and advancing the case.
