After months of investigation, police have finally arrested a suspect who allegedly fled the country after depositing a counterfeit cheque at an Oshawa bank.
According to authorities, the incident occurred back in October when the suspect, a 32-year-old man, entered a bank in Oshawa and deposited a cheque worth $10,000. The cheque was later found to be counterfeit, and the suspect had already left the country by the time the bank realized the fraud.
The investigation led police to believe that the suspect had fled to the United States. However, with the help of the U.S. Marshals Service, the suspect was located and arrested in New York City on Monday.
The suspect, whose identity has not been released, is facing charges of fraud over $5,000, uttering a forged document, and possession of property obtained by crime. He is currently in custody and will be brought back to Canada to face the charges.
Police are reminding the public to be cautious when dealing with cheques and to verify their authenticity before depositing them. They also urge anyone with information about this case to come forward and contact the Durham Regional Police Service.
This arrest is a result of the hard work and dedication of the police and their collaboration with international law enforcement agencies. It serves as a reminder that criminals cannot escape justice, no matter where they may try to hide.
The Durham Regional Police Service is committed to protecting the community and will continue to work tirelessly to bring those who commit financial crimes to justice.
