Oxford County OPP are warning businesses to stay alert after a scammer redirected over $100,000 from a Tillsonburg company.
Police were notified at 7 p. m. on Monday, July 20 about a possible fraud when the business believed they were sending a payment to the same account as before, but noticed that the account name had been slightly altered.
While the investigation is still in its early phases, police encourage business owners to educate themselves about current scams and learn how to protect against them by visiting the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at antifraudcentre. ca.
Police Investigate Shoplifting Case
Norfolk County OPP are seeking help from the public to identify a suspect involved in shoplifting.
Officers responded to a call at a Main Street store in Port Dover around 1:29 a. m. on Thursday, July 2 after a man hid merchandise on his person and left without attempting to pay.
Norfolk OPP seek the public’s assistance to identify a suspect in connection to a shoplifting incident in Port Dover. /SUBMITTED PHOTO
The suspect is described as a Caucasian male with a shaved head, wearing a red T-shirt, red shorts, and black shoes. He has tattoos on his left cheek, left arm, and left hand.
If you have any information related to this ongoing investigation, please contact Norfolk County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and mention incident E260927852.
You can also provide information anonymously by reaching out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at helpsolvecrime. com where you could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
Driver Faces Multiple Charges
A 43-year-old man from Hagersville is facing several charges following a traffic stop in Hagersville.
The Haldimand County OPP pulled over a vehicle on Main Street North around 9:45 a. m. on Tuesday, July 21.
The driver was arrested after it was determined that he was not allowed to operate any motor vehicle.
The accused has been charged with operating while prohibited, driving under suspension, and using an unauthorized plate. The vehicle was impounded for 45 days.
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