Ottawa police seeking suspect in assault at Barrhaven bus stop

Ottawa police are seeking a woman accused of committing an assault at the Marketplace bus station. (Ottawa Police Service/Handout)

The Ottawa Police Service is seeking public assistance in identifying a woman who allegedly assaulted a person at a Barrhaven bus stop last month.

Police say the incident happened in the area of Greenbank Road and Marketplace Avenue on Feb. 27 at approximately 3:50 p.m.

The victim was waiting for a bus when the suspect approached and began kicking them, police say.

The suspect then left the area on foot towards Marketplace Avenue.

The suspect is described as a white woman, between 30 and 40-years-old, approximately 5-foot-7 (170 cm) with a slim build.

At the time of the incident, she was wearing a grey or green jacket, purple toque and brown boots. She was also carrying a backpack and blue shopping bag.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Ste Marie of the West District Investigations Section at 613-236-1222, extension 2731 or [e-mail].

Stay anonymous and call Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a time online at crimestoppers.ca.