BlackburnNews.com file photo of Windsor police Constable Rob Durling with the Financial Crime Unit. (Photo by Jason Viau)BlackburnNews.com file photo of Windsor police Constable Rob Durling with the Financial Crime Unit. (Photo by Jason Viau)
Windsor

Victims Suffer $1M Investor Fraud

Someone claiming to be a financial investor allegedly duped five victims out of more than $1-million.

Windsor police began receiving several fraud-related complaints in March.

Investigators say the suspect claimed to be a business partner who makes financial investments that yield a 10-12% return.

After gaining their trust, police say he convinced five victims to invest their money with him.

Police say none of the funds were ever invested.

A 53-year-old Windsor man has been charged with $5,000.

Anyone with information is asked to call Windsor police 519-255-6700 ext. 4330 or anonymously Crime Stoppers.

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