Ottawa - National Capital Area Crime Stoppers

Ottawa: Female uses Stolen
Credit Cards to be identified
In the early hours of October 18 th 2016 a female attended a
convenience store located in the 400 block of Hazeldean Road
and made several fraudulent purchases using a credit card not
belonging to her.
The stolen credit cards were taken from a theft from vehicle
incident in the same area. The suspect may also be in
possession of other stolen identity cards not belonging to
her. Please view the attached photos provided by investigator.
If you know the identity of the female or other criminal
activity call Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477
(TIPS). Remember Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call
display, we will not ask your name or record your call and you
are not required to testify in court. If your information
leads to her identity, you could qualify for a cash reward of
up to $2000. You can follow us on Facebook, YouTube and
Twitter.
Suspect to identify for a
Break & Enter and Fraud on
Hog’s Back Road
The Ottawa Police Service and Crime Stoppers are seeking the
public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect in a break
and enter and also a fraud investigation.
On September 23, 2016, a male suspect broke into a business on
Hog’s Back Road area where he stole credit cards. He
subsequently used one of the stolen credit cards at various
stores in Ottawa.
The suspect is described as a Caucasian male, 6’ (183cm), 180
lbs (82kg), athletic build, with a chinstrap beard, short dark
hair (see pictures).
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked
to call Ottawa Police’s Break and Enter Unit at 613-236-1222,
ext. 2635
Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers
toll-free at 1-800-222-8477. Remember Crime Stoppers does not
subscribe to call display, we will not ask your name or record
your call and you are not required to testify in court. If
your information leads to his identity you could qualify for a
cash reward of $2000. You can follow us on Facebook, YouTube
and Twitter.
Ottawa: Suspect Uses Stolen
Credit Cards
UPDATE: MALE HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED
On Thursday August 25 th 2016 a male made several fraudulent
purchases using stolen credit cards.
The purchases were made at convenience stores along Strandherd
Drive in Barrhaven during the early hours. The suspect may
also be in possession of other stolen identity cards not
belonging to him that was a result of a residential break and
enter overnight. Please view the attached photos provided by
investigator.
If you know the identity of the male call Crime Stoppers tollfree at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Remember Crime Stoppers does
not subscribe to call display, we will not ask your name or
record your call and you are not required to testify in court.
If your information leads to his identity, you could qualify
for a cash reward of up to $2000. You can follow us on
Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.
Nepean: Suspect Using Stolen
Credit Cards
UPDATE: MALE HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED
On Wednesday August 17 th 2016 a male attended several gas
stations along Woodroffe Avenue in Nepean and made fraudulent
purchases using stolen credit cards.
The purchases were made in the early hours and believed to be
related to a theft from vehicle. The suspect may be in
possession of other bank cards not belonging to him. Please
view the attached photo provided by investigator.
If you know the identity of the male call Crime Stoppers tollfree at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Remember Crime Stoppers does
not subscribe to call display, we will not ask your name or
record your call and you are not required to testify in court.
If your information leads to his identity, you could qualify
for a cash reward of up to $2000. You can follow us on
Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.
Ottawa:
Organized
FraudSuspect Targets Audio Store
On Tuesday August 2 nd 2016 a male attended an audio store in
Stittsville and left with merchandise that had been
fraudulently purchased using a stolen credit card.
The suspect picked up the Samsung TVs and accessories
totalling several thousands of dollars. It is believed the
suspect is part of an organized network operating from Quebec.
Please view the attached photos provided by investigator.
Desc; Male Mediterranean descent, approximately 50 years old,
5’10, wearing white bbcap backwards, yellow construction
shirt, shorts and black shoes.
Vehicle desc; Late model white GMC 4 door pickup, some damage
to body (dents on right front fender, rear fender), aluminum
side rails.
If you know the identity of the suspect or whereabouts of the
vehicle call Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477
(TIPS). Remember Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call
display, we will not ask your name or record your call and you
are not required to testify in court. If your information
leads to his identity, you could qualify for a cash reward of
up to $2000. You can follow us on Facebook, YouTube and
Twitter.
Ottawa: Fraud Suspect to be
Identified
On July 27th 2016 an unidentified female attended a financial
institution in rural west Ottawa (Carp) and attempted to cash
a fraudulent Government of Canada cheque.
The same suspect was responsible for a similar incident in
late June. The suspect may still be in possession of fake
identity cards.
Desc; black female, heavy build, approximately 5’9” tall
(175cm), 35-45 years old, braided hair tied in a bun, spoke
with a French accent. Please view the attached photo.
If you know the identity of the suspect call Crime Stoppers
toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Remember Crime Stoppers
does not subscribe to call display, we will not ask your name
or record your call and you are not required to testify in
court. If your information leads to her identity, you could
qualify for a cash reward of up to $2000. You can follow us on
Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.
Ottawa: Suspect Using Stolen
Credit Cards
In early June an unidentified male attended several
convenience store and gas stations making purchases
with credit cards not belonging to him.
The male made several purchases at retailers along St. Laurent
Blvd in Ottawa East. He may also be possession of other stolen
identity cards belonging to the victim.
If you know the identity of the suspect call Crime Stoppers
toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Remember Crime Stoppers
does not subscribe to call display, we will not ask your name
or record your call and you are not required to testify in
court. If your information leads to his identity, you could
qualify for a cash reward of up to $2000. You can follow us on
Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.
Fraud
Suspect
Identified
to
be
On Wednesday July 6 t h 2016 a male attended a financial
institution located in the Rideau Center and attempted to open
an account using fraudulent identification.
The suspect presented a Quebec driver’s license and other
identity cards believed to be stolen. Please view the attached
photo provided by investigator.
Desc; Caucasian male, wearing a cream colored cargo shorts,
grey t-shirt with a red design, light beard and prescription
glasses, tattoo of a tribal design on left bicep, and possibly
a dragon (or similar) tattoo on left shoulder/neck area,
French speaking.
If you know the identity of the suspect call Crime Stoppers
toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Remember Crime Stoppers
does not subscribe to call display, we will not ask your name
or record your call and you are not required to testify in
court. If your information leads to his identity, you could
qualify for a cash reward of up to $2000. You can follow us on
Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.
Fraud
Suspect
Identified
to
be
The Ottawa Police Organized Fraud Unit and Crime Stoppers are
seeking the public’s assistance with the identity a male who
attempted to fraudulently access a bank account.
On Wednesday June 22nd a male attended a financial institution
located in the 1000 block of Woodroffe Ave and attempted
access an account using false identity cards.
The suspect used a Quebec driver’s license with the victim’s
information in the attempt. Please view the attached photo.
Anyone with information with respect to this incident is asked
to contact the Ottawa Police Organized Fraud Section at
613-236-1222 ext. 5781.
If you know the identity of the suspect call Crime Stoppers
toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Remember Crime Stoppers
does not subscribe to call display, we will not ask your name
or record your call and you are not required to testify in
court. If your information leads to his identity, you could
qualify for a cash reward of up to $2000. You can follow us on
Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.
Ottawa: Suspects Involved in
Granny Scam
The Ottawa Police Organized Fraud Unit and Crime Stoppers are
seeking the public’s assistance with the identity of two male
believed responsible for a fraud scam.
Also known as a “emergency fraud scam or granny scam” the
victim was contacted and told a family member was involved in
a motor vehicle accident and were required to help pay for
damages. In lieu of cash, they were advised to pay for damages
with gift cards. The suspects were provided with the gift card
codes over the phone.
The suspects attended several retail stores in the Ottawa area
with the codes and made purchases totaling thousands in value.
Please view the attached photos provided by investigator.
Anyone with information with respect to this incident is asked
to contact the Ottawa Police Organized Fraud Section at
613-236-1222 ext. 5781.
Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers
toll-free at 1-800-222-8477. Remember Crime Stoppers does not
subscribe to call display, we will not ask your name or record
your call and you are not required to testify in court. If
your information leads to their identities, you could qualify
for a cash reward of $2000. You can follow us on Facebook,
YouTube and Twitter.