The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made an arrest relating to a ‘moving’ scam.
On Sunday July 13, 2025, the Peterborough County OPP received a call from an individual who was in the process of moving to Peterborough. The caller advised that they had hired a mover who originally quoted a price that seemed too good to be true but were now being asked for more money.
The complainant, who was following the moving truck from Vaughn to Peterborough, said that prior to arriving to their new residence, the moving truck pulled over and demanded more money or they were not going to complete the delivery. The complainant advised that they needed to contact their bank but contacted the OPP instead.
Peterborough County OPP officers arrived on scene blocking the moving truck from being able to drive off. Officers spoke with the driver who was arrested shortly after. The vehicle was impounded, however first taken to the complainant’s residence to be offloaded.
Brandon DANIELS (age 40) of Toronto, ON., was arrested and charged with;
· Fraud under $5,000
· Fail to have insurance card
· Fail to carry CVOR certificate or lease
· Fail to accurately complete daily inspection report
· Fail to ensure daily inspection report is accurately completed
· Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle
· Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit – commercial vehicle
· Operate unsafe vehicle – commercial motor vehicle
· Drive motor vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on August 19, 2025.
The Peterborough County OPP want to remind everyone that these types of Scams happen on a regular basis and can be avoided by these simple tips/reminders.
· If it sounds too good to be true, chances are it is.
· Do your research before agreeing to a contractor and read any fine print in any contracts
· If you have concerns that it might be a scam, call your local police agency.
The OPP urge residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious offers or contractor activity. If you believe you have been targeted by a scam, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
For more information on how to recognize and protect yourself from scams, visit www.ontario.ca/page/identify-scam-or-fraud
Author: Pete Fisher
Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love
