Pair of 25-year-olds facing 75 charges related to string of break-ins in Ottawa

The sign outside Ottawa Police headquarters on Elgin St. is seen in this undated photo. (Aaron Reid/CTV News Ottawa)

The Ottawa Police Service says two 25-year-olds are facing dozens of charges in connection with a string of break-ins at businesses across the city.

The investigation began in February, following reports of thefts of electronics, cosmetics, perfumes, and cannabis.

Two suspects were arrested last Thursday following a break-in at a Kanata electronics store, police said.

Ottawa police say the two suspects are facing a combined 75 charges including breaking and entering, assaulting police, wearing a disguise with intent, possession of break-in instruments, resisting arrest, obstruction of justice, and mischief.

Police say additional charges could be laid as investigators examine links to other reported break-ins.

Police would not say how many businesses were broken into when asked, citing the ongoing investigation.

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