Paid-for items never shipped: police
Nov 06, 2008 - 02:59 PM
By Jeff Mitchell
DURHAM -- A man accused of bilking several Durham residents in fraudulent Internet transactions has been charged with fraud.
Durham police investigated several reports from residents who said they'd paid online for items such as iPods and Play Station platforms, but never received the products. Police believe there may be more victims who haven't yet reported their losses.
It's believed the suspect, who advertised items for sale on sites such as KIJIJI, Craig's List and eBay, may have taken in more than $20,000 by defrauding unwitting victims in Durham and elsewhere.
Durham cops executed a search warrant at a Wasaga Beach residence Tuesday and seized a computer and numerous documents, including evidence of alias names and fraudulent e-mail addresses. It's believed the accused man may have used aliases Chris Davis and Ron Meyers, and e-mail accounts such as Generator4Sale. He has indicated he resides in North Bay, Brampton and at other addresses.
Christopher Dwyer, 24, of Pinecrest Avenue in Wasaga Beach is charged with fraud over $5,000.
An investigation continues. Anyone who believes they may have had contact with the suspect is asked to call police at 905-579-1520, ext. 5364 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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