Police say suspects initially came to the victim’s door and offered a free chimney inspection and repair
NEWS RELEASE
HALTON REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE
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The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has arrested four people after an investigation
London police are warning the public about a scam that can see fraudulent liens on personal property and mortgages taken out in an unsuspecting person’s name.
The word of caution comes after a Londoner discovered a $40,000 loan in their
Two men faces fraud charges after a resident fell victim to a home-repair scam that left them with a $40,000 loan in their name, police say
Fraud involves unsolicited offers of repair work around the home, which is never completed, police say
Halton Regional Police say there’s a home repair fraud operating in the region and are issuing a warning to residents.
They describe at least
The men were friendly, professional and looked the part — but they were not who they said they were, and now Linda and Bill French are out $500.
The Halifax couple were recently the victims of a home repair scam
The Halton Police have issued a warning to residents regarding a home repair fraud that is currently operating in the region.
The police said that the fraud involves contractors who approach homeowners unsolicited and offer services such as chimney or
Fraudsters can arrive in any form; at your door, on the phone, or via email, online ad or even text message.
