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The Ottawa police robbery unit has asked for public assistance in identifying a suspect in a June 30 robbery in the ByWard Market.

Police said a man who approached another man in the market at around 3 a.m. engaged him in conversation, then told him to empty his pockets and turn over his wallet.

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Police said the suspect went to a grocery store in the 2200 block of Bank Street at around 4:20 a.m. where the stolen credit cards were used to purchases.

The suspect is described as white, in his 20s, with brown hair. He is about five-feet-six-inches tall and weighed about 150 pounds.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa police robbery unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5116. or anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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