Two males are facing charges after a victim was defrauded of $18,000 as part of a roofing scam.
On Wednesday, October, 8, members of West Division responded to a fraud call in the area of Clements Road West and Monarch Avenue in Ajax.
The victim contacted a roofing company she located online called “Toronto’s Choice Home Improvement.” An appointment was scheduled for them to attend the victim’s address and repair the roof.
The suspects attended the victim’s residence and advised that work needed to be completed on the roof at the cost of $18,000, which the victim paid. The suspects then advised the roof required further repairs in the amount of $50,000 and demanded the remaining balance claiming the work had been completed.
The victim contacted a claims adjuster who performed an inspection and concluded the cost did not reflect the repairs that were made to the roof. Officers arrived and placed both males in custody without incident.
Following an investigation, it was learned that Toronto’s Choice Home Improvement is not a legitimate company.
Investigators are concerned there may be other victims and are releasing photos of the suspects. The business operated a website: https://www.torontoschoicehomeimprovements.com/
Shane O’Driscoll, age 24 from Ireland is charged with fraud over $5000.
James O’Driscoll, age 28 from Great Britian is charged with fraud over $5000.
Both were held for a bail hearing.
Anyone who has been victimized by the accuseds or company is asked to contact Det. Tisi of the Financial Crimes Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5279.
