Police looking for missing 43-year-old, last seen in ByWard Market

By Mike Vlasveld

Posted Mar 26, 2021 08:22:00 PM.

The Ottawa Police Service is asking for the public's help to find a missing 43-year-old man, last seen in the ByWard Market.

Police say Richard Crispin, of Ottawa, hasn't been seen since March 14, and there are concerns for his well being.

Mr. Crispin is described as:

White
5' 8'' (172 cm) 
140 lbs (63 kg)
Slim build
Chin-length, brown-red hair worn slicked-back
Hazel eyes
Was last seen wearing a white jacket, dark blue jeans with acid wash and red Jordan running shoes

Anyone with information about his current whereabouts is asked to call the Ottawa Police at 613-236-1222.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477, or crimestoppers.ca.

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