OTTAWA, Ont. — Ottawa Police have released new details in the tragic homicide that occurred on Penny Drive earlier this week, formally identifying the victim as 43-year-old Jeffrey Wilson of Spencerville. The incident, reported on November 17, 2025, has shaken both the Ottawa and Spencerville communities as investigators continue to piece together the circumstances that led to Wilson’s death.
According to police, officers were called to Penny Drive on Monday following reports of a serious incident. Upon arrival, first responders located Wilson suffering from critical injuries. Despite emergency efforts, he was pronounced dead shortly after. The case was immediately classified as a homicide as investigators began canvassing the area, collecting evidence, and interviewing witnesses.
On Tuesday, authorities announced that they had identified and arrested a suspect. 18-year-old Firomsa Motuma Motuma, an Ottawa resident, has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with Wilson’s death. Police confirmed that Motuma was taken into custody without incident. He is scheduled to appear in court in the coming days as the judicial process moves forward.
While police have confirmed the charge, they have not released further information about what led to the deadly encounter, the relationship—if any—between Wilson and the accused, or the circumstances surrounding the altercation. Investigators say those details remain part of an active and ongoing investigation.
Jeffrey Wilson’s death has left family, friends, and neighbors grieving the sudden and violent loss of a man described by those who knew him as hardworking, kind, and deeply connected to his Spencerville community. Loved ones are now left waiting for answers as the investigation continues.
Meanwhile, authorities are urging members of the public who may have witnessed the incident or who have information relevant to the case to come forward. Tips can be provided directly to the Ottawa Police Service, and officials stress that even small details may help move the investigation forward.
As the community mourns Jeffrey Wilson and waits for clarity, police continue to work to uncover the full story behind the tragic events on Penny Drive. Further updates are expected as new information becomes available.