Six arrested for alleged mail fraud; warrant for outstanding suspect
Posted May 25, 2011 12:53 pm.
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Peel police are advising people to keep close tabs on their bills and bank statements after a seven-month fraud investigation led to the arrests of six people. A warrant has been issued for a seventh outstanding suspect.
The suspects allegedly stole more than $500,000 by taking cheques mailed to victims, ranging in value from $4,000 to $130,000. Police allege the group stole other pieces of mail, including Ontario Master Business licences and social insurance cards and used that personal information to fraudulently cash the cheques.
The group behind the alleged scheme is described by police as a “non-traditional organized crime group” that targeted people in both Canada and the United States.
Authorities are urging people to check their credit history with a consumer credit reporting agency at least once a year.
Four men and two women, all from Brampton, are facing a slew of charges, including conspiracy to commit fraud over $5,000, participating in a criminal organization and uttering a forged document.
An arrest warrant has been issued for Artur Duda, 28, who’s described as white, 5’10”, 140lbs. with a thin build, with either a shaved head or short brown hair.
The following people were arrested and charged on May 5: Adedayo Oshiyemi, 38, the alleged leader of the group; Franca Alabi, 28; Christopher McGee, 27; Victoria Boucher, 25; Earl Adanvor, 22, and Bolanle Obalaja, 35.
Police are asking anyone with information on this case to contact them at 905-453-2121 ext. 3335 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
