Arashdeep Singh of Brampton charged by Toronto Police with fraud in home repairs scheme
Indo-Canadian Voice Arashdeep Singh of Brampton charged by Toronto Police with fraud in home repairs scheme posted by: Rattan MallTHE Toronto Police Service announced that on Tuesday, April 21, Arashdeep Singh, 23, of Brampton, was arrested and charged in a fraud investigation. It is alleged that in July 2024, two elderly victims were at home when they were approached by multiple males who presented themselves as legitimate contractors and workers for the City of […] The post Arashdeep Singh of Brampton charged by Toronto Police with fraud in home repairs scheme first appeared on Indo-Canadian Voice.Indo-Canadian Voice
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THE Toronto Police Service announced that on Tuesday, April 21, Arashdeep Singh, 23, of Brampton, was arrested and charged in a fraud investigation.
It is alleged that in July 2024, two elderly victims were at home when they were approached by multiple males who presented themselves as legitimate contractors and workers for the City of Toronto.
The victims paid for “roof repairs”, “mandatory backyard clean-ups” and “emergency home repairs,” but the repairs were never completed or required.
Arashdeep Singh has been charged with:
- Three counts of Fraud Over $5,000
- Three counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
- Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offence
- Two counts of Launder Proceeds of Canadian Crime
- Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under $5,000
The male used the following business names to commit the fraud:
- Xcellent Custom Homes Ltd.
- Friendly Masonry Ltd.
- 17051450 Canada Inc.
Investigators believe there are more victims.
THE Toronto Police Service recommends the following to avoid being a victim of a scam like this:
- Be cautious of unsolicited contractors identifying urgent repair issues
- Always obtain multiple independent quotes before agreeing to work
- Verify contractor credentials through independent sources
- Be wary of escalating costs and pressure to act quickly
Prevention:
- Be wary of unsolicited contractors going door to door, especially those using pressure tactics and demanding payment in cash/bank draft or demanding a large down payment
- Avoid impulse decisions to hire a contractor. Do your research (online, references, word of mouth)
- Select a reputable company and obtain a detailed written contract
- There is no obligation to speak to a salesperson soliciting at your door
- Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is
- Learn more at www.tps.ca/fraud
Reporting:
- If you are a victim of fraud, report the incident to your local police (In Toronto: www.tps.ca/report) and to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre’s online reporting system or by phone at 1-888-495-8501.
- Members of the public can also find further information or file a complaint with our partners at the Ontario Ministry of Public And Business Service Delivery (MPBSD) and Competition Bureau Canada.
- Consumers can learn more at about the Consumer Protection Act, 2002 at: www.ontario.ca/page/consumer-protection-ontario or by calling the Ministry at 416-326-8800 or toll-free at 1-800-889-9768.
- Consumers can file a complaint at: www.ontario.ca/page/filing-consumer-complaint
- Complaints of false or misleading claims promoting products or services in Canada can be reported to the Competition Bureau
These agencies and the Toronto Police Service Financial Crimes Unit are members of the Toronto Strategic Partnership, a multi-agency alliance formed to combat mass marketing crimes.
The Toronto Strategic Partnership members are the Toronto Police Service, RCMP, OPP, Competition Bureau Canada, Ontario Ministry of Public and Business Delivery, Ontario Ministry of Finance, Canada Post Security and Investigation Services, US Postal Inspection Service and the US Federal Trade Commission
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.
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