Peterborough Police Warn Public of False Pretense Scams Surfacing

Peterborough Police Service received reports of a man attempting to scam the community by requesting money from fake stories.

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Varying stories include money needed for a taxi or for a family member’s cancer treatment.    

The individual was located and charged with False Pretense under $5,000. 

The male will appear in court on Aug. 25. Peterborough Police reminds the community that scams are present in the Peterborough area and to be aware of where your money is going. 

They explain that if anyone is interested in donating money, Peterborough has several not-for-profit organizations that will accept donated funds.

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