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It could be game over for two GTA men accused of bilking victims out of $100,000 as part of a ticket fraud scheme involving sporting events and concerts.
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Peel Regional Police two suspects were identified and arrested following an investigation into fraudulent tickets sold for events between 2022 and 2024.
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Police said a comprehensive investigation started after multiple fraud reports were received.
It’s alleged that the accused solicited individuals through personal relationships and social media.
Cops claim once the victims paid the accused for the tickets, they received emails and receipts “disguised as being from legitimate and reputable ticket sales companies.”
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Jordan Cordeiro, 29, from Mississauga, was arrested on March 19 and charged with fraud under $5,000.
Jaspal Thiara, 37, of Toronto, was arrested on Wednesday and charged with defrauding the public.
Investigators are concerned about the possibility of other alleged victims.
Anyone with information is asked to call police at 905-453–2121, ext. 3335 or ext. 3365, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or visit peelcrimestoppers.ca.
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