Northumberland OPP – Cobourg Man Charged with Fraud Over $5,000 (Name Released)

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FRAUD CHARGE LAID IN NORTHUMBERLAND

(HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, ON) A fraud charge has been laid after the OPP responded to an incident involving a business owner that is alleged to have committed fraud.

On July 6, 2023, members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received information alleging that a business owner that had not completed contractual work as agreed upon at the victim’s residence.

On July 15, 2023, Robert MURDOCH was charged with:

  • Fraud over $5000.

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg on September 6, 2023.

If you think you may have been victimized by fraud, please contact your local police service or the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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