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Police are asking for help identifying three suspects in a weekend home invasion that left the victim with gunshot wounds.

Patrol officers responded to a reported shooting on Woodroffe Avenue in the south end Hearts Desire area at 4:41 a.m. Saturday.

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They found a man with wounds that were not considered life-threatening and learned that three men wearing disguises had broken into his home then fled on foot.

Three suspects are described as black and 20 to 30 years old, police said.

The first is about six feet, two inches tall with a slim build and wore a black sweater, pants and balaclava.

The second suspect is described as heavier set and wearing a black hoodie and face mask.

The third suspect is described as about five feet, seven inches tall with a slim build and was dressed all in black.

Anyone with information is asked to call the robbery unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5116. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or crimestoppers.ca.

Ottawa Police Services

Ottawa Police Services

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